The Ark
Secondhand storeThe Ark is a secondhand store in West Town, IL. It’s one of 2 secondhand and resale shops we track in West Town.
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
- West Town, IllinoisExact street address not on file — the map pin below is precise.
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 Town
Bodega Vintage
Vintage store1284 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL0.0 mi
Monday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Kokorokoko
Secondhand store1323 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL0.1 mi
Monday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Vintage House
Vintage store1433 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL0.3 mi
Ragstock
Secondhand store1459 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL0.3 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: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Harlequin Vintage Chicago
Vintage store1418 W Division St, Chicago, IL0.3 mi
Store B Vintage
Vintage store1472 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL0.3 mi
Monday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of store is The Ark?
The Ark is a secondhand store in West Town, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near The Ark?
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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