The best antique, thrift & vintage shops in Middlesex County

7 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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Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage · 7 places · showing the latest additions first

Atomic Skull Vintage

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Atomic Skull Vintage mixes clothing, music, movies, books, comics, and art into a glorious rabbit hole of finds that feel like they were…

72A Raritan Ave (Highland Park)

“Atomic Skull Vintage mixes clothing, music, movies, books, comics, and art into a glorious rabbit hole of finds that feel like they were waiting for you. They also handle clean outs, estate sales, and props for film and stage, which explains the delightfully cinematic vibe.”

From the Middlesex County newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Memories to Treasure Antiques

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Well-organized shop featuring a variety of antiques, including books, tea sets, and collectibles.

134 N Main St (Milltown)

“Well-organized shop featuring a variety of antiques, including books, tea sets, and collectibles.”

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Once Upon a Child Edison

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Chain operation that buys & sells gently used items for children, including clothes, shoes & toys.

561 US-1 (Edison)

“Chain operation that buys & sells gently used items for children, including clothes, shoes & toys.”

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Avenel Flea Market

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Outdoor marketplace for vendors selling vegetables, shoes, bedding, cleaning products and more.

1488 Rahway Ave (Avenel)

“Outdoor marketplace for vendors selling vegetables, shoes, bedding, cleaning products and more.”

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Bridge Life Thrift

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Thrift store selling a variety of clothing items, some still with tags, in an organized environment.

443 NJ-34 Ste G (Matawan)

“Thrift store selling a variety of clothing items, some still with tags, in an organized environment.”

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Plato's Closet

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

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

775 US-1 (Edison)

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

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Goodwill NYNJ Store & Donation Center

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

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

455 Green St (Woodbridge)

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

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