Random Goods
Secondhand storeRandom Goods is a secondhand store in Ames, IA. You’ll find it at 330 Main St, Ames, IA. It’s one of 6 secondhand and resale shops we track in Ames.
We don’t have hours on file for this location yet; check the map pin and plan to confirm hours locally.
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
- 330 Main St, Ames, IA
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 Ames
Acorn Antiques and Consignments
Antique store319 Main Street, Ames, IA0.0 mi
We 13:00-17:00; Th-Sa 10:00-17:00
The Salvation Army
Thrift store620 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA0.3 mi
Monday - Saturday 9am-9pm
Overflow Thrift Store
Thrift store202 South Duff Avenue, Ames, IA0.4 mi
SHOP: Monday - Saturday - 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
HFH of Central Iowa ReStore
Thrift store3504 Grand Avenue, Ames, IA2.2 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
Goodwill
Thrift store3718 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA2.8 mi
Antiques Mall
Antique storeStory City, IA11.5 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Random Goods located?
Random Goods is located at 330 Main St, Ames, IA.
What kind of store is Random Goods?
Random Goods is a secondhand store in Ames, IA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Random Goods?
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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