The Man Who Sold The World
Secondhand store4.9(42 Google reviews)The Man Who Sold The World is a secondhand store in Seattle, WA. You’ll find it at 5270 University Way Northeast, Seattle, WA 98105. It’s one of 79 secondhand and resale shops we track in Seattle.
The store keeps hours 5 days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 7 PM on its longest days. It’s closed on Monday and Tuesday. 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.
Shoppers rate it 4.9 out of 5 on Google across 42 reviews. 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
- 5270 University Way Northeast, Seattle, WA 98105
- Hours
- Wednesday,Thursday,Sunday 12:00 PM – 6:00 PMFriday 2:00 PM – 7:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMMonday,Tuesday closedHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1-206-229-5673
Getting there
The Man Who Sold The World is in Seattle, Washington.
Get directions47.66839, -122.31286
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 (12 PM – 6 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Man Who Sold The World located?
The Man Who Sold The World is located at 5270 University Way Northeast, Seattle, WA 98105.
What are The Man Who Sold The World’s hours?
Listed hours: Wednesday,Thursday,Sunday 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Friday 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Monday,Tuesday closed. Hours can change — call ahead at +1-206-229-5673 to confirm.
Is The Man Who Sold The World open on Sunday?
Yes — The Man Who Sold The World lists Sunday hours of 12 PM – 6 PM.
What kind of store is The Man Who Sold The World?
The Man Who Sold The World is a secondhand store in Seattle, WA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near The Man Who Sold The World?
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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