Sparrow's Nest
Secondhand storeSparrow's Nest is a secondhand store in Cary, IL. You’ll find it at 380 Northwest Highway, Cary, IL 60013. It’s the only secondhand shop we currently track in Cary, so the nearby list below reaches into neighboring towns.
The store keeps hours six days a week and is closed on 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
- 380 Northwest Highway, Cary, IL 60013
- Hours
- Monday – Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMJul 01 – Aug 31 Wednesday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMJul 01 – Aug 31 Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMSunday,Public holidays closedHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1-847-639-4082
- Website
- hosparrow.org/store/cary
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.
- It’s closed on Sunday — plan the visit for another day.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Cary
Goodwill
Thrift store11900 Lutter Drive, Crystal Lake, IL1.7 mi
Mo-Fr 09:00-20:00; Sa 09:00-19:00; Su 10:00-18:00
The Trading Post
Secondhand store7100 Teckler Boulevard, Crystal Lake, IL3.6 mi
Mo-Fr 10:00-19:00; Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 10:00-16:00
Goodwill
Thrift store1430 East Algonquin Road, Algonquin, IL3.9 mi
Mo-Sa 09:00-21:00 open "Store" || Su 10:00-18:00 open "Store" || Mo-Sa 08:00-20:00 open "Donations Center" || Su 09:00-17:00 open "Donations Center"
Crystal Lake Antique Mall
Antique store2 N Williams St, Crystal Lake, IL4.0 mi
Tu,We 10:30-17:00; Th 10:30-20:00; Fr 10:30-17:00; Sa-Su 10:00-16:00
Walking Together Resale Shop
Thrift store117 S Hubbard St, Algonquin, IL4.1 mi
Tu-Fr 10:00-15:00; Sa 10:00-13:00
Savers
Secondhand store230 Northwest Highway, Crystal Lake, IL4.2 mi
Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sparrow's Nest located?
Sparrow's Nest is located at 380 Northwest Highway, Cary, IL 60013.
What are Sparrow's Nest’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Jul 01 – Aug 31 Wednesday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Jul 01 – Aug 31 Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday,Public holidays closed. Hours can change — call ahead at +1-847-639-4082 to confirm.
Is Sparrow's Nest open on Sunday?
No — Sparrow's Nest is closed on Sunday according to its posted hours.
What kind of store is Sparrow's Nest?
Sparrow's Nest is a secondhand store in Cary, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Sparrow's Nest?
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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