The best antique, thrift & vintage shops in La Mesa

20 antique, thrift & vintage shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Maxwell's House of Books

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

More than 30,000 used books stock the shelves of this shop focusing on art, history, math & more.

8285 La Mesa Blvd

More than 30,000 used books stock the shelves of this shop focusing on art, history, math & more.

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Twice Treasured Thrift Store

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Branch of a charity selling a variety of secondhand goods such as clothing, housewares, and books.

8363 Center Dr #2

Branch of a charity selling a variety of secondhand goods such as clothing, housewares, and books.

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Not-for-profit chain selling secondhand clothing, jewelry, and other donated goods.

7425 Otay Mesa Rd (San Diego)

Not-for-profit chain selling secondhand clothing, jewelry, and other donated goods.

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La Loupe Vintage

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

La Loupe Vintage nails that mix of one-of-a-kind pieces and modern treats, with Baggu, Chunks, and Gentle Thrills alongside greeting cards,…

3337 Adams Ave (San Diego)

La Loupe Vintage nails that mix of one-of-a-kind pieces and modern treats, with Baggu, Chunks, and Gentle Thrills alongside greeting cards, apothecary goodies, and sunnies. Swing by this week when your closet or gift list needs a quick mood boost... the racks do the flirting for you.

From the San Diego newsletter, August 4, 2026

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San Diego Antique & Unique

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Store selling a large selection of antiques, vintage items, and furniture.

1240 Sampson St (San Diego)

Store selling a large selection of antiques, vintage items, and furniture.

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Thrift Korral

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Thrift store selling used goods like clothing jewelry, furniture toys and art, and donating proceeds to a hospice.

8693 La Mesa Blvd Ste A

Thrift store selling used goods like clothing jewelry, furniture toys and art, and donating proceeds to a hospice.

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The Girl Can't Help It

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Vintage clothing store stocking men's & women's styles from the '30s to the '60s in red-walled digs.

3806 Grim Ave (San Diego)

Vintage clothing store stocking men's & women's styles from the '30s to the '60s in red-walled digs.

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Ocean Beach Antique Mall

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

This merchant carries antiques such as costume jewelry, art pottery, sports memorabilia & Americana.

4926 Newport Ave (San Diego)

This merchant carries antiques such as costume jewelry, art pottery, sports memorabilia & Americana.

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Consignment Classics Home Furnishings

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Spacious showroom of new & secondhand furniture, from large living room pieces to decorative curios.

1895 Hancock St (San Diego)

Spacious showroom of new & secondhand furniture, from large living room pieces to decorative curios.

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Plato's Closet San Diego

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Chain retailer buying & selling trendy secondhand clothing for teens & young adults.

5943 Balboa Ave Ste 100 (San Diego)

Chain retailer buying & selling trendy secondhand clothing for teens & young adults.

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Bad Madge & Co.

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Cool shop with a fashionable selection of vintage clothing, jewelry, furniture & home decor.

2205 Fern St (San Diego)

Cool shop with a fashionable selection of vintage clothing, jewelry, furniture & home decor.

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Refresh your closet or home with budget-friendly finds, from vintage decor and furniture to clothes, books, and odd little treasures, at…

2325 Fletcher Pkwy (El Cajon)

Refresh your closet or home with budget-friendly finds, from vintage decor and furniture to clothes, books, and odd little treasures, at Father Joe's Villages Thrift Store & Donation Center - El Cajon.

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The Consignment Shack

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Used furniture is sold on consignment at this shop offering table sets, upholstered pieces & curios.

7835 El Cajon Blvd

Used furniture is sold on consignment at this shop offering table sets, upholstered pieces & curios.

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Expansive space showcasing vintage and antique items along with clothing, furniture and rugs.

3602 Kurtz St (San Diego)

Expansive space showcasing vintage and antique items along with clothing, furniture and rugs.

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Whether you’re refreshing the living room or hunting that just-right quirky conversation piece, Kurtz Street Antique Mall packs nearly…

3602 Kurtz St (San Diego)

Whether you’re refreshing the living room or hunting that just-right quirky conversation piece, Kurtz Street Antique Mall packs nearly 40,000 square feet of vintage furniture, home décor, art, clothing, and collectibles curated by eclectic vendors.

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Hunt & Gather

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Eclectic retailer carrying vintage men's & women's clothes plus jewelry, artwork & vinyl records.

3817 Ray St (San Diego)

Eclectic retailer carrying vintage men's & women's clothes plus jewelry, artwork & vinyl records.

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Act II

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

This shop buys & sells ladies' gently worn, name-brand clothing, accessories & shoes.

8360 La Mesa Blvd

This shop buys & sells ladies' gently worn, name-brand clothing, accessories & shoes.

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