Scout
Antique storeScout is a antique store in Chicago, IL. You’ll find it at 5221 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640. It’s one of 126 secondhand and resale shops we track in Chicago.
The store keeps hours 4 days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 6 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Antique dealers price by research, age, and provenance, so expect fewer accidental bargains but far more depth per shelf — furniture, glass, jewelry, and collectibles with real history. Many dealers negotiate on larger pieces, especially for cash.
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
- 5221 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640
- Hours
- Monday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: ClosedThursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMFriday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMSaturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMSunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1-773-275-5700
- Website
- scoutchicago.com
Before you go
- Bring cash and ask politely whether there is any flexibility on price — many dealers discount 10–20% for cash.
- Check marks, joints, and repairs; a phone photo of the maker’s mark lets you look up comparable sold prices before you commit.
- Measure doorways and your vehicle before falling for a large piece — most antique stores are cash-and-carry.
- Sunday hours are on file (11 AM – 6 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Chicago
2nd STREET
Secondhand store5228 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL0.0 mi
Mon - Sun: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm; Mon - Sun: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm; Mon - Sun: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Andersonville Antiques
Antique store5245 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL0.0 mi
Mo-Sa 11:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00
Buffalo Exchange
Secondhand store5252 N Clark St, Chicago, IL0.1 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 – 8:00 PM
The Brown Elephant
Secondhand store5404 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL0.2 mi
Mo-Su 11:00-19:00
Mercantile M
Antique store5409 1/2 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL0.2 mi
Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Vintiques
Secondhand store5432 N Clark St, Chicago, IL0.3 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Scout located?
Scout is located at 5221 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640.
What are Scout’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +1-773-275-5700 to confirm.
Is Scout open on Sunday?
Yes — Scout lists Sunday hours of 11 AM – 6 PM.
What kind of store is Scout?
Scout is a antique store in Chicago, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Scout?
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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