Plato's Closet
Secondhand storePlato's Closet is a secondhand store in Athens, GA. You’ll find it at 3725 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA 30606. It’s one of 12 secondhand and resale shops we track in Athens.
The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 9 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. Plato's Closet buys gently used items outright for cash or store credit, so you can sell as well as shop; see our Plato's Closet guide for what it takes and how payouts work.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
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Store information
- Address
- 3725 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA 30606
- Hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PMTuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PMWednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PMThursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PMFriday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PMSaturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PMSunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- 706-369-0920
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 (11 AM – 7 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
- Selling? Bring items clean, folded, and in season; buy-sell-trade stores pay more in store credit than in cash.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Athens
America's Thrift Store
Thrift store3190 Atlanta Highway, Athens, GA1.0 mi
Mo-Sa 08:00-20:00; Su 11:00-19:00
Saint Mary's Auxiliary Thrift Store
Thrift store2165 West Broad Street, Athens, GA1.5 mi
Monday-Friday : 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday : 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM; Sunday : 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Atlanta Mission Thrift Store
Thrift store2415 Jefferson Road, Athens, GA2.2 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
Goodwill
Thrift store3700 Atlanta Highway, Athens, GA2.3 mi
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Thrift store4125 Atlanta Hwy, Bogart, GA2.6 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
Appointments at Five
Antique store1738 South Lumpkin Street, Athens, GA2.6 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Plato's Closet located?
Plato's Closet is located at 3725 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA 30606.
What are Plato's Closet’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at 706-369-0920 to confirm.
Is Plato's Closet open on Sunday?
Yes — Plato's Closet lists Sunday hours of 11 AM – 7 PM.
What kind of store is Plato's Closet?
Plato's Closet is a secondhand store in Athens, GA.
Can I sell clothes to Plato's Closet?
Yes — Plato's Closet buys gently used, current-style items outright and pays in cash or store credit (credit is usually the higher offer). Bring items clean and in season; the store decides what it takes on the spot.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Plato's 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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