The Brown Elephant
Secondhand storeThe Brown Elephant is a secondhand store in Chicago, IL. You’ll find it at 5404 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640. It’s one of 126 secondhand and resale shops we track in Chicago.
The store keeps hours seven days a week, including 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.
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Store information
- Address
- 5404 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640
- Hours
- Monday – Sunday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1 773 271 9382
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.
- Sunday hours are on file (11 AM – 7 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Chicago
Mercantile M
Antique store5409 1/2 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL0.0 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, IL0.0 mi
Buffalo Exchange
Secondhand store5252 N Clark St, Chicago, IL0.2 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
Andersonville Antiques
Antique store5245 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL0.2 mi
Mo-Sa 11:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00
2nd STREET
Secondhand store5228 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL0.2 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
Scout
Antique store5221 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL0.2 mi
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
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Brown Elephant located?
The Brown Elephant is located at 5404 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640.
What are The Brown Elephant’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Sunday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +1 773 271 9382 to confirm.
Is The Brown Elephant open on Sunday?
Yes — The Brown Elephant lists Sunday hours of 11 AM – 7 PM.
What kind of store is The Brown Elephant?
The Brown Elephant is a secondhand store in Chicago, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near The Brown Elephant?
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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