Out of the Closet
Secondhand storeOut of the Closet is a secondhand store in Berkeley, CA. You’ll find it at 1600 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA. It’s one of 21 secondhand and resale shops we track in Berkeley.
The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 7 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
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.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 1600 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA
- Hours
- Monday – Saturday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMSunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1-800-558-8220
- Website
- outofthecloset.org
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.
- Sunday hours are on file (10 AM – 6 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Berkeley
Curiosity Shop
Secondhand store2214 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA0.4 mi
Monday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Plug Stop Vintage & Thrift
Thrift store2037 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA0.5 mi
Monday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Goodwill
Thrift store2058 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA0.6 mi
Mo-Sa 09:00-20:00, Su 10:00-19:00
Crossroads Trading
Secondhand store2330-38 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA0.7 mi
Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Red Lantern Antiques
Antique store1347 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Berkeley, CA0.8 mi
Alembique
Antique storeAlbany, CA0.9 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Out of the Closet located?
Out of the Closet is located at 1600 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA.
What are Out of the Closet’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Saturday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +1-800-558-8220 to confirm.
Is Out of the Closet open on Sunday?
Yes — Out of the Closet lists Sunday hours of 10 AM – 6 PM.
What kind of store is Out of the Closet?
Out of the Closet is a secondhand store in Berkeley, CA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Out of the Closet?
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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