The best antique, thrift & vintage shops in Iowa City

8 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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Crowded Closet Thrift Shop

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Clear some closet karma at Crowded Closet Thrift Shop, the ever-changing trove of secondhand clothing, furniture, and toys where every…

851 Hwy 6 E, #101

Clear some closet karma at Crowded Closet Thrift Shop, the ever-changing trove of secondhand clothing, furniture, and toys where every purchase supports the work of Mennonite Central Committee. Pop in this week for the sustainable finds, stay for the thrill of spotting that perfect piece, then brag to your group chat.

From the Iowa City newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Artifacts

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Longtime store featuring an array of antiques, including furniture, artwork, and musical instruments.

331 E Market St

Longtime store featuring an array of antiques, including furniture, artwork, and musical instruments.

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Goodwill Iowa City

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Long-standing nonprofit chain with a range of pre-owned clothing, housewares & more.

445 US-6

Long-standing nonprofit chain with a range of pre-owned clothing, housewares & more.

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Ragstock

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Trendy clothing chain stocking hip new, used, vintage & one-of-a-kind pieces for men & women.

207 E Washington St

Trendy clothing chain stocking hip new, used, vintage & one-of-a-kind pieces for men & women.

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Goodwill Outlet Store

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Long-standing nonprofit chain with a range of pre-owned clothing, housewares & more.

8200 6th St SW (Cedar Rapids)

Long-standing nonprofit chain with a range of pre-owned clothing, housewares & more.

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Chain retailer selling secondhand clothing, furniture, and other goods to fund adult rehabilitation centers.

1725 Boyrum St

Chain retailer selling secondhand clothing, furniture, and other goods to fund adult rehabilitation centers.

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Polly Ann's Vintage Market

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Vintage and antique store specializing in furniture and small collectibles.

103 A Ave SE (Mt Vernon)

Vintage and antique store specializing in furniture and small collectibles.

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Ragstock

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Trendy clothing chain stocking hip new, used, vintage & one-of-a-kind pieces for men & women.

1451 Coral Ridge Ave #312 (Coralville)

Trendy clothing chain stocking hip new, used, vintage & one-of-a-kind pieces for men & women.

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