Vancouver is a hot spot for used furniture, for a few reasons. Firstly, many Vancouver residents upgrade their home interiors regularly, selling off or donating their previous furniture. Some homeowners rush to get rid of their stuff, and may not even realise the value of what they are selling. Along with regular furniture, It's common to find valuable handwoven wool rugs and solid wood antiques with price tags that are way less than what the item is worth.
With its numerous universities and colleges, Vancouver is somewhat of a transient city. This means that graduates regularly move away from the area once they are done studying and they usually have furniture to get rid of.
As the third most expensive city in the world, Vancouver’s cost of living can be hard to keep up with. Buying secondhand furniture is a great way to find unique, high-quality items for your home without breaking the bank. It’s also better for the planet.
This guide covers where you can furnish your Vancouver home with pre-loved, unique items, from thrift stores and garage sales to auctions.
Probably the most affordable place to buy used furniture, Vancouver has no shortage of thrift stores. A nice bonus is that many thrift stores are charitable, and profits often get donated to soup kitchens, women’s centres and refugee support services. The best time to hit the thrift stores is midweek when workers are busy stocking shelves with new items. Shopping midweek means you can also avoid the weekend rushes.
Stores in Mount Pleasant, Kitsilano, West Broadway, Kerrisdale and Marpole
Vancouver has multiple Salvation Army locations. You can use a Maps app to find the one closest to you. Browse through second-hand items, including furniture, clothing, and household goods for that one-of-a-kind finds. There is a steady turnover of furniture, so go often. Prices are affordable and they have frequent sales. All proceeds go to supporting local community programs.
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1295 Granville Street, Granville Entertainment District
Wildlife Thrift Store is located downtown in the Granville entertainment district. It has a funky vibe dedicated to vintage furniture and unique art and is a great place to find unusual decor. Animal lovers will be happy to know that profits go towards animal welfare causes.
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6775 11th Avenue, Burnaby
HomeStart Foundation Thrift Store is in Burnaby, but it’s well worth the trip. This store specialises in furniture donations to support housing stability for those in need. They have a decent turnover of large-item furniture, so head there if you’re looking for larger cabinets, sectional couches, bed frames, deck furniture and more. If the furniture is too big for your car, book trusted furniture movers on Top Move to help get your new piece(s) right to your living room.
Vancouver has a handful of interesting flea markets and pop-up bazaars offering a selection of vintage and artful furniture. To get the best deals, show up early and bring cash.
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703 Terminal Avenue, Yaletown
The Vancouver Flea Market is an indoor market in Yaletown that happens every weekend with a rotation of vendors. You can find everything you might expect from a flea market, such as used furniture, antiques, collectables and more. You’ll definitely come across hidden gems to add charm and character to your home.
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Croatian Cultural Centre, Heritage Hall, Milton Wong Plaza, and Vancouver Convention Centre
With a few locations across Vancouver, the Got Craft? indie craft markets often include vendors who sell vintage or upcycled home goods and furniture. Come here to find one-of-a-kind statement decor and smaller furniture pieces. Markets happen seasonally in the spring and around holidays.
Estate and garage (or yard) sales are great places to find real treasures. Listings can be found in local Facebook groups, Craigslist, and community bulletin boards. Local neighbourhood publications may have listings as well. Garage sales are plentiful in the spring and summer, especially in East Vancouver and Kitsilano.
Again, show up early (but not too early as that can bother the sale hosts), and bring cash.
Auctions can be a fun way to shop, especially with the accompanying rush of bidding for an item. There is a lot of potential for high-end pieces, but the bidding can be competitive, especially in a city as wealthy as Vancouver.
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5000 Minoru Blvd, Richmond
Maynard’s Fine Art & Antiques is a historic and well-respected Richmond auction house known for quality fine art, antiques and vintage items. Take part in live and online bidding, with preview days before each event.
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1055 Vernon Drive, Vancouver
Able Auctions is a BC-based auction company with locations in Langley and Surrey. They regularly hold public auctions where you can find second-hand furniture, business liquidations, electronics, tools, and more. While they operate through physical locations in BC, everything is done online. Search specifically for estate, hotel, or office furniture auctions for a better chance at finding unique pieces.
The internet changed secondhand shopping in a big way with the rise of digital bulletin boards and classified sections. From social media to “noticeboard” websites, you can pretty much find anything you are looking for, right down to the brand and vintage, for a fraction of the price of buying it new. If you are looking for something specific, search across all of the different sites, as the price difference can vary hugely.
Possibly the most frequently updated of all of the online marketplaces, FB Marketplace is user-friendly, popular and a great place to find deals on pretty much everything—from plants to artwork to any kind of household furniture you can dream of. You can narrow your search down to a radius of a few kilometres from your home or search the entire city.
Facebook groups for your community and surrounding areas often have listings for individual items. They also post announcements for garage sales, estate sales and flea markets. People often even give stuff away for free.
Craigslist is one of the oldest online marketplaces in Canada and still proves reliable for secondhand shopping.
Kijiji is becoming one of Canada’s most popular online classifieds platforms, offering a wide range of second-hand listings that you can browse by neighbourhood. It’s a great option for both budget-friendly finds and statement pieces, similar to Craigslist but with a more modern look and user-friendly interface. New items pop up daily, so it’s worth checking regularly.
This is where the saying “one person’s trash is another’s treasure” truly comes to life. The app connects you with neighbours in your area who may be giving away furniture and household items for free, making it a great way to furnish your home without spending a cent.
Reclaimed wood is a beautiful, environmentally friendly, and affordable resource for making furniture. Upcycled furniture is creative, sustainable, and one-of-a-kind. Both methods take an innovative approach to furniture-making and help reduce waste. It also always feels good to support local Canadian furniture makers.
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3056 Fleet Street, Coquitlam
Vancouver Reclaimed is a custom furniture and art business that uses reclaimed wood in made-to-order pieces and large-scale mixed media artworks. The company serves clients across B.C. including private clients, restaurants and architects.
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Unit 2, 440 Brooksbank Avenue (North Vancouver)
A not-for-profit social enterprise, Urban Repurpose is dedicated to reducing waste by repurposing furnishings, fixtures, hardware, and homewares. The organisation supports the community by giving new life to materials rescued from homes and commercial properties, contributing to the growing circular economy. Items are available both online and at the storefront in North Vancouver. This is a great way to support the “zero-waste” ecological movement.
Variety is Vancouver’s strong point when it comes to hunting for secondhand furniture. There are endless options for every budget and personal style. Vancouver, and BC, in general, have a strong culture of environmental awareness. Opting for used, upcycled and refurbished furniture keeps perfectly usable items out of landfills. The earth will thank you for it, and your home will shine with unique new-to-you furniture.
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