J Austin Antiques
Antique storeJ Austin Antiques is a antique store in Amherst, MA. You’ll find it at 31 South Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01002. It’s one of 4 secondhand and resale shops we track in Amherst.
Hours are listed below as the store posts them; they can change seasonally, so call ahead before a long drive.
Antique dealers price by research, age, and provenance, so expect fewer accidental bargains but far more depth per shelf — furniture, glass, jewelry, and collectibles with real history. Many dealers negotiate on larger pieces, especially for cash.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 31 South Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01002
- Hours
- Wednesday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +14132533986
- Website
- jaustinantiques.com
Before you go
- Bring cash and ask politely whether there is any flexibility on price — many dealers discount 10–20% for cash.
- Check marks, joints, and repairs; a phone photo of the maker’s mark lets you look up comparable sold prices before you commit.
- Measure doorways and your vehicle before falling for a large piece — most antique stores are cash-and-carry.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is J Austin Antiques located?
J Austin Antiques is located at 31 South Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01002.
What are J Austin Antiques’s hours?
Listed hours: Wednesday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +14132533986 to confirm.
What kind of store is J Austin Antiques?
J Austin Antiques is a antique store in Amherst, MA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near J Austin Antiques?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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