Purdue Surplus Store
Secondhand storePurdue Surplus Store is a secondhand store in West Lafayette, IN. You’ll find it at 700 Ahlers Drive, West Lafayette, IN 47907. It’s one of 3 secondhand and resale shops we track in West Lafayette.
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.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 700 Ahlers Drive, West Lafayette, IN 47907
- Hours
- Monday – Friday 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +17654962222
- Website
- purdue.edu/surplus
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.
Thrift & secondhand stores near West Lafayette
Millie's Thrift Store at Saint Tom's
Thrift store535 West State Street, West Lafayette, IN0.6 mi
Mo-Fr 10:00-18:30; Sa 09:00-17:00
Surplus and Salvage
Secondhand storeLafayette, IN1.2 mi
The Salvation Army
Thrift store2121 Sagamore Pkwy S, Lafayette, IN1.9 mi
Monday: 9 AM – 9 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM – 9 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM – 9 PM; Thursday: 9 AM – 9 PM; Friday: 9 AM – 9 PM; Saturday: 9 AM – 9 PM; Sunday: Closed
Millie's Thrift Store
Thrift store101 Plaza Lane, Lafayette, IN2.2 mi
Mo-Fr 10:00-18:30; Sa 09:00-17:00
Goodwill
Thrift store200 Sagamore Parkway West, West Lafayette, IN2.7 mi
Mo-Sa 09:00-21:00, Su 11:00-19:00
Millie's Thrift Store
Thrift store626 North Earl Avenue, Lafayette, IN3.1 mi
Mo-Fr 10:00-18:30; Sa 09:00-17:00
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Purdue Surplus Store located?
Purdue Surplus Store is located at 700 Ahlers Drive, West Lafayette, IN 47907.
What are Purdue Surplus Store’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Friday 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +17654962222 to confirm.
What kind of store is Purdue Surplus Store?
Purdue Surplus Store is a secondhand store in West Lafayette, IN.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Purdue Surplus Store?
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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