Find 9 consignment shops and 5 thrift stores near you in Santa Barbara, CA.
Looking to sell? Consignment shops pay 40-50% of the sale price for designer clothing, handbags, shoes, furniture, and accessories.
Looking to save? Thrift stores offer the deepest discounts in Santa Barbara, starting at a few dollars per item, with every purchase supporting a local cause. Compare hours, donation policies, and accepted items below.
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714 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
1118 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
617 E Gutierrez St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
3122 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
2008 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Now you can shop consignment stores all over the country, not just the ones near you. Find a designer bag, vintage furniture, or a standout jacket listed in another city, contact the shop, and get it shipped to your door.
2945 De La Vina St # B, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
3845 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
3411 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
609 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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710 State St, Santa Barbara, California 93101
Run by Unity Shoppe
Mission: Unity Shoppe provides free essential services to residents impacted by temporary poverty, natural disaster, or health crisis; proceeds fund groceries, clothing, and job training programs.
1209 State St, Santa Barbara, California 93101
Donation hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-16:00 at 110 W Sola St
Run by Alpha Resource Center
Mission: Owned and operated by Alpha Resource Center; all proceeds empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by supporting families, creating opportunity, and fostering belonging.
700 N Milpas St, Santa Barbara, California 93103
Mission: Nonprofit providing job training, career services, and community programs funded through thrift store sales.
302 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, California 93101
5156 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, California 93111
Santa Barbara consignment stores pick what they sell. They only take items in great shape, which means you get better quality than typical thrift stores while still saving money compared to buying new. Here's what you'll see:
Santa Barbara's thrift stores work a little differently. You get a wider selection and lower prices, and every purchase supports a local cause. Here's what stands out:
Consignment shops in Santa Barbara sell items for their owners, who earn 40-50% when a piece sells, so you get curated, often designer resale. Thrift stores like Thrifty Beaches Santa Barbara and Unity Thrift & Gift Shoppe run on donations, usually for charity, with the lowest prices and a wider mix. Shop consignment for quality brands, or thrift for budget finds that support a local cause.
Consignment shops in Santa Barbara work on your behalf. You bring in quality items, the store displays and markets them, and when something sells, you split the money. Most Santa Barbara shops take 40-60% as their commission, so you get 40-50% of what the item sells for. There are no upfront costs. The store only earns when your item sells.
These Santa Barbara thrift stores accept donations: Unity Thrift & Gift Shoppe, Alpha Thrift Store | Santa Barbara, Goodwill Retail Store & Donation Center, United Family Association Thrift. Bring gently used clothing, furniture, and household goods during store hours. Several provide a tax receipt, and some offer furniture pickup.
You'll typically save 50-90% off retail at Santa Barbara consignment shops, and even more at thrift stores, where prices often run 70-95% below retail. A designer handbag that costs $400-500 new might sell for $120-180 on consignment. At thrift stores, expect jeans for $5-8, kitchen appliances under $15, and furniture for a fraction of retail. Consignment gives you curated, brand-name quality. Thrift gives you the lowest prices.
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