The Rat's Nest
Secondhand storeThe Rat's Nest is a secondhand store in Charlotte, NC. You’ll find it at 442 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC 28205. It’s one of 46 secondhand and resale shops we track in Charlotte.
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.
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
- 442 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC 28205
- Hours
- Monday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PMThursday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PMFriday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PMSaturday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PMSunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +17043713599
- Website
- the-rats-nest.jany.io
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 – 5 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Charlotte
Old News Vintage
Vintage store3522 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC0.0 mi
Monday: Closed; 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 – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Thrift Pony
Thrift store1824 Statesville Ave, Ste 103, Charlotte, NC1.6 mi
Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The Salvation Army
Thrift store1011 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC2.0 mi
Mon-Sat: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sun: Closed
Hong Kong Vintage
Vintage store1200 The Plz, Ste E, Charlotte, NC2.1 mi
Nouveau Chapeau
Secondhand store2133 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte, NC2.1 mi
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Clearing House
Antique store701 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC2.2 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Rat's Nest located?
The Rat's Nest is located at 442 E 36th St, Charlotte, NC 28205.
What are The Rat's Nest’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; 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 – 5:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +17043713599 to confirm.
Is The Rat's Nest open on Sunday?
Yes — The Rat's Nest lists Sunday hours of 12 PM – 5 PM.
What kind of store is The Rat's Nest?
The Rat's Nest is a secondhand store in Charlotte, NC.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near The Rat'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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