Your Guide to Trenton and Ewing’s Best Thrift, Vintage, and Antique Shops

You don’t have to be an expert thrifter to find collectible pieces in Central New Jersey. Explore some of the best thrift, vintage, and antique shops in the area for a taste of both local and designer goods.

 

Iris Thrifts and Gifts

2124 Spruce Street

Ewing, NJ

 

Operating in Ewing since 2015, Iris Thrifts and Gifts cultivates a collection of classic antiques and offers them back to the community at an affordable price.

 

 

Capital Thrift

2782 Brunswick Avenue

Lawrence Township, NJ

 

Looking for a unique birthday present for a niece, nephew, or child? Explore Capital Thrift. While you’ll find kitchenware, furniture, and other traditional antique goods, Capital Thrift also stocks a vast inventory of antique children’s games and toys.

 

 

Liberty Antiques and Collectibles

1710 Liberty Street

Hamilton, NJ

 

Liberty Antiques and Collectibles serves as a storefront for 15 vendors operating out of New Jersey. Here, you’ll find not only furniture and jewelry, but also life-sized art pieces, including hunting statues and vintage dynamite barrels.

 

 

AA Empire Antiques

278 Monmouth Street

Hightstown, NJ

 

AA Empire Antiques is a shop for the ambitious. Whether you’re looking for a statement piece or a restoration project, you’ll find it here. The shop consistently welcomes new items, including thousand-piece chandeliers and model ships.

 

 

2nd Avenue Thrift

3000 Commerce Boulevard

Fairless Hills, PA

 

This thrift superstore takes in new items every day, making its rotating stock ideal for anyone who is looking to add to their wardrobe.

 

 

Greene Street

162 Nassau Street

Princeton, NJ

 

This consignment shop specializes in recirculating designer goods. Head out to Princeton, NJ, to shop luxury handbags, shoes, Tiffany accessories, and more.

 

 

Nearly New Shop

234 Nassau Street, #1

Princeton, NJ

 

With over 75 years of experience under their belts, the team at Nearly New Shop knows how to cultivate an antique collection. The shop offers recycling services in addition to its weekly Bag Days and costume sales.

 

 

Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market

675 South Clinton Avenue

Trenton, NJ

 

Everyone wants to feel a little bit of punk spirit now and again. If you’re looking for a new leather jacket to add to your wardrobe or any punk pieces with history, head to Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market. 

 

While they specialize in the sub-culture’s traditional gear, shoppers can easily find accessories that speak to more restrained tastes among the vendors' collections.

 

 

Shoppe 202 Bordentown

204 Farnsworth Avenue

Bordentown, NJ

 

Looking for vintage kitchenware, china sets, or pieces from the U.S. military? Shoppe 202 Bordentown offers a traditional collection of vintage goods fit for any family.

 

 

Historic Burlington Antiques Emporium

424 High Street

Burlington, NJ

 

Looking to browse a broad collection of goods without going out into the heat? Explore Historic Burlington Antiques Emporium. The Emporium serves as an operating house for over 65 local dealers who sell collectibles from mid-century movie sets and television shows.

 

 

Hopewell Antiques

47 West Broad Street

Hopewell, NJ

 

Based out of a quaint, old-home storefront, Hopewell Antiques specializes in a wide range of antique furniture -- all individually chosen. If you're looking for some treasured items, collectibles, antiques or generally decorating, pay them a visit!

 

 

Golden Nugget Antique Flea Market

1850 River Road

Lambertville, NJ

 

This 50-year-old flea market lets visitors explore shops helmed by hundreds of New Jersey locals. Explore an ever-rotating collection of foods including antique train sets and historic furniture.

 

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