MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center
Secondhand store4.3(540 Google reviews)MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center is a secondhand store in East Lansing, MI. You’ll find it at 468 Green Way, East Lansing, MI 48824. It’s one of 2 secondhand and resale shops we track in East Lansing.
Hours are listed below as the store posts them; they can change seasonally, so call ahead before a long drive.
Secondhand stores buy or take in used goods and price them to move, so the floor changes constantly; expect a mix of everyday clothing, housewares, and the occasional standout piece priced well below retail.
Shoppers rate it 4.3 out of 5 on Google across 540 reviews. 6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 468 Green Way, East Lansing, MI 48824
- Hours
- Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM "Curbside Pickup", Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM "Curbside Pickup"Friday 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM openHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1-517-355-1723
- Website
- msusurplusstore.com
Getting there
MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center is in East Lansing, Michigan.
Get directions42.71609, -84.48005
Before you go
- Ask at the register which tag color is on sale this week and which is newest — the sale racks are cheap, the newest racks are where fresh donations land.
- Check garments under good light for stains and test every zipper; most thrift sales are final.
- Bring a tape measure and your key measurements — sizes vary wildly across eras and brands.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center located?
MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center is located at 468 Green Way, East Lansing, MI 48824.
What are MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM "Curbside Pickup", Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM "Curbside Pickup"; Friday 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM open. Hours can change — call ahead at +1-517-355-1723 to confirm.
What kind of store is MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center?
MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center is a secondhand store in East Lansing, MI.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center?
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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