Goodwill Outlet

You don’t come in here expecting the place look like Nordstrom or Saks. The first time I walked in here, I thought I was in a landfill somewhere in Africa, Asia or South America. Lots of immigrants with their entire clan, digging through some weird looking stuff in bins. But why did I give it 5 stars? Because if you go there with the mindset that the place is where you roll up your sleeves, put your gloves on, and hunt for awesome bargains, you get it. You simply get it. People who don’t want to spend a fortune and have patience to go through other people’s garbage go here. I do. And I love it! You pay per lb, not per item. So you can have 20 awesome items for less than $ 5!!!
Come early if you can. It gets really busy and people who shop there are rough around the edges.

I usually love this place. And normally id give it a 5 star but my last two visits have been horrible and that alone has done it for me I will never be back. The last visit an employee was bringing out their bins and another employee comes over to MY cart and starts pushing it back with my 5 month old baby in it and says «move out of the way» while running over my foot! I was extremely mad, I said «please don’t touch my cart ESPECIALLY with my child in it» she looked at me and said «I didn’t» and WALKED away. My two five year olds that were with me even asked why the lady touched the cart. (They know better to touch it with my daughter in it, because they know carts can tip/baby’s fall out, etc) I immediately left and didn’t buy anything that right there did it for me. You shouldn’t allow your employees to touch customers things especially with young children in it, if something had happened to my daughter or anyone’s child, there’d be a hefty lawsuit on your hands. The lady didn’t apologize or anything just walked away. I understand you are supposed to clear the ways so they can roll out the bins and we were trying but there was so many people blocking our way to turn around and go down an empty aisle, she could’ve been more patient or asked kindly instead of just backing up my cart and running my toes over.

This place is disgusting. Yep it’s a 5 star review and I am saying right off the bat that it’s disgusting. This is a place I go when I plan ahead — wear scroungy clothes, put your hair up, bring some gloves and dig in! The parking lot is always full so I try and get there close to opening. The first time I went I asked the person at the front door if there was anything I needed to know. His answer was no but that was totally wrong. When they move the giant bins in don’t touch anything until the bin is parked and they tell you you can. I got big time yelled at for grabbing something out while they were wheeling it out. Basically everything is in giant bins. They give you a chance to wade through them and then wheel them out to replace them with new bins. There are a lot of pushy people there so just beware. OK so I gave you the caveats. What’s to win here? I have gotten some sick bargains — designer clothes for pennies. I have also found a ton of weird vintage pieces and pieces I have been able to salvage for the fabric. I love going with a friend and just making a festive freakshow event out of it. Throw sanitation to the wind and go have a good time!

Items sold mostly by the pound, so lingerie would be a good bargain, if any was in decent shape. I suppose the regular customers get good deals, but digging through unsorted stuff cost me much more time than it was worth, versus going to the regular Goodwill.
They have unposted rules to stand back when the workers unload new stuff, till the workers leave the area.
If I lived closer, I’d likely go in there often, cause I love ‘treasure hunting’. I bought like 8 items, cause I spent all that time looking, and did NOT feel I got any great deal.

When you first walk in, you might be overwhelmed by the mess and the sound of people rummaging through the electronics. Disappointed. For some of the things I wondered how it even got there. (Dirty, ripped, etc). Felt like I was in a zombie apocalypse survival campsite and people were digging for scraps in a landfill. I believe you could get lucky if you looked for hours. But I would definitely never come back.

If you don’t mind greedy dirty people with no sense of boundaries or personal space that aren’t afraid to knock your children over to get to the stuff in the bins first, this is your place! There are particular «groups» of people who live there from open to close that care about nothing other than their personal gain and will stop at nothing to get it. They will push shove and talk smack in their language in their quest to get to whatever it is they want. «As long as they have it and you don’t» is the theme of this place.
Prices are good enough as long as you find it in the Bins. They pull most anything of value out and slap a high dollar tag on it and put it in the display case and sell it for ebay prices. But remember, All sales final! And they don’t testanything!
Employees are nice for the most part there are a few curmudgeons tho.
If your phobias include mice lice or «illegal» immigrants than save yourself the trouble of traveling Everetts most drug, gang and prostitute laden road, Casino Road, and check out the other cleaner thrift stores in your journey for a great deal.

As other reviews say, this place is not somewhere you go if you don’t like germs and filth.
With that being said, as long as you bring some hand sanatizer or gloves (some people even wear hospital masks), you will be fine.
I found a beautiful gun cabinet here with glass etching. Didn’t have a scratch on it and it only cost $ 40. They also have several furniture items for super cheap. I have seen sofas in there and entertainment stands under $ 10.
I also got my favorite pair of shoes there for about $ 1. Cute grey little ankle boots with a heel.

This place is filthy and gross. I found everything from spent condoms to menstrual blood-​stained shorts in the bins at this store. It is also filled with aggressive people who don’t speak English. My friend got elbowed and had something snatched right out of her hand. Terrible, wretched place!

I went to the outlet for the first time today and I cannot believe what I was missing out on! I found a very gently used pair of boots, two really cute large tote bags (both lightly used), two brand new belts (retail $ 16 from Macy’s), and two scarves (practically new condition). ALL that for $ 8.03 with tax. At the regular Goodwill I would have paid $ 8.00 for the boots alone. Almost everything is priced by pound (except furniture). The shoes & accessories are priced at $ 1.09, and the house wares are 0.49. If you are willing to dig a little and be patient, you will find AWESOME stuff here. Just don’t get overwhelmed but the shear amount of product they have, and stay focused on what you are looking for.
Considering that this is the Goodwill OUTLET, I thought that the bins were nicely organized and that the store was well kept. I did not bring gloves with me and I didnt have any problem digging in the bins; I washed my hands when I got home but I really didn’t think it was bad. Also, for the ladies I would recommend not bringing a purse with you, just put some cash, cell phone and car keys in pockets that have a zipper. That way you don’t have to worry about it getting stolen or losing it while you rummage through the bins.
The other people who were shopping were the same crowd that you would see at any Goodwill. In case anyone is wondering, it wasnt filled with homeless people or even people who were very obviously below the poverty line. I felt that it was mainly middle class people looking to buy things to resell. There were also moms and families with their children who looked like they were shopping for themselves. Personally, I am comfortably middle class but I have no shame in shopping at a place like this, nor do i think anyone should! It’s great to find a deal on something no matter how much money you make.

Holy tadpoles, Frogman — this place is amazing. I read the reviews on here and expected a really scary and gross experience. It wasn’t that bad at all. It is true that you have to sort through the bins, but I considered that like hunting for big game. Any time you go hunting, you have to have the right equipment. It’s the same thing when hunting through Goodwill — Goodwill hunting, if you will. If you don’t have gloves with you, make sure to bring hand sanitizer because you will need it. I will explain to you why I give GWO such a glowing review.
We ended up going twice in one day and then a third time the next day, and found amazing things all three times. I went looking for a dress to wear to my bridal shower, and found one — in addition, I found about 10 other pieces of clothing that were in awesome condition. I also found an amazing leather sofa in near perfect condition for $ 6.99. I wasn’t expecting to find something like that, but I knew I had to have it. Now, that my friend is a trophy thropping find! I also found a nice, brand new pair of shoes to go with my bridal shower dress.
Now, for me going thropping (thrift store shopping) is not about finding the perfect thing each time one goes out, but it’s about the hunt for said perfect thing. I was impressed that each cash register had a cashier, that the merchandise was steadily rotating, and the customers were so cooperative. With the exception of one rude lady, I struck up several conversations with my fellow hunters, and found myself sharing some of the treasured I’d unearthed.
I love that they switch out the bins throughout the day, and it works like a well-​oiled machine. I also appreciate the sorting tables they put at the side of the room, and in addition, the layout is fairly well-​organized.
In conclusion, I give this place 5 stars because, even though the customer has to do the work in finding and sorting through the stuff, we are rewarded quite handsomely with some dang good buys. Oh yeah, and the total amount I spent on all three trips was $ 23. That sofa on it’s own would have sold for $ 100 in other thrift stores, but I got it for $ 6. So, for the ultimate thropping experience, take yourself to GWO!

Best shopping experience of my life. I have 7 kids ranging in age from 2 to 18 so it was easy to find something for everyone. After reading reviews last night, I headed to the store with my gloves anticipating filth and nastiness but it really wasn’t that bad at all (probably mainly the SODO store). The people were hilarious to watch when the new bins were rolled out. My 15 yr. old son looked highly amused as he watched them. I walked out with 5 huge garbage bags full plus a rolling suitcase for $ 50. Oh!!! Almost forgot to add that I also found a Burberry messenger bag and a Louis Vuitton wallet! Great finds for my 1^st time (or any time, for that matter). I cannot wait to go back. This place will definitely become a favorite haunt for me and the kiddos.

Ok, yes this place is very hard to deal with. The first time I went here I walked out and tried again another time, it was just too overwhelming. But once you have a open mind and look through some things you would be amazed what you find. I have found a cashmere christian dior sweater, ralph lauren baby bag, a new pottery barn kids baby bag and so many awsome winter clothes for my family. If you know good brands and take your time you can find some gems! It is partly because of shopping like this for my family I dont have to work and get to enjoy life a bit. Its worth the time and effort. Ha ha you pay by the pound!

The first time I went I was kinda lost as I didn’t know how it worked. Its really simple just be ready to rummage, pause for bin change. And expect nasty stuff from thoughtless donors who put their really dirty laundry (literally). You’ll be surprised what you’ll find, though, like brand names still w/​tags so it is worth your time and energy. As usual you’ll see the mid class women that you see in discount shops or other thrift stores covering their identity in baseball caps and huge sun glasses but they’re as vigorous as everyone in their treasure hunt. Be dressed for the event. Light workout clothes that goes straight in the wash afterwards. Shower immediately!

Wow who knew such a place existed? A second hand of a second hand store yipes. This place has a constant changeover of large very unorganized carts filled with random stuff, clothes, toys, kitchenware, books etc etc. Prices are dirt cheap they sell by the pound like ground beef. I looked around for an hour and couldnt find anything but my wife loves places like this and bought some xmas décor, office stuff and home décor stuff all for 92 cents. Parking is packed and customers in here are a little left of center, a unique experience for sure.

I love this place.
The thing you got to keep in mind when you go here is that it is UNSORTED. If your somebody who finds a normal, sorted thrift store gross? Do not try this place.
Basically, you’ve got bins and bins of stuff and most everything is priced by the pound. The other day, I found a nice toy ball that I got for 5 cents. Yes, a nickle is all I had to pay for something you see on a shelf new for four or five dollars.
Just keep in mind that anything you buy should be washed after you buy it, and that some times people can get a bit… defensive. Like Amanda R. said, just back off. There’s probably something lurking in the next bin over that’s just as perfect. If not, come back another day.
The only complaint I have that I didn’t expect (like the people or the dirt) is the parking lot. People will often block you in because they are loading stuff, and not move for a good ten minutes. It’s narrow, leaving little room, and I’ve heard quite a few people complaining about dents and miscellaneous damage after parking there. Don’t drive your nice car with a nice paint job, and park as far away as you can and still feel comfortable.
Oh! And I’d recommend bringing gloves, if you are squeamish. No one will look at you twice, unless they are regretting not bringing a pair of their own…

This review will be similar to my review for the SODO Goodwill Outlet Store, except for a few differences between the two locations.
Don’t go here if you’re a germaphobe. It’s not clean, there’s usually a musty smell, and sometimes you’ll even touch some unknown moist substance in the bin.
This store is an excellent case of you get what you pay for. Currently I think the price of clothes are around $ 1.49/lb, that means that scarf you might pay $ 3 – 5 for at the normal Goodwill store will only be 10 cents at this store. Toys are 49 cents/​lb, books are 29 cents for soft covers and children’s books, 49 cents for hardbacks. If you’d prefer to pay more to have your clothes organized and neatly displayed, then go to the normal Goodwill store.
Yes things are broken, unorganized, and sometimes dangerous (watch out for knives and things that might electrocute you). And there are people who will fight with you over something in a bin, but just give it up, it’s not worth it.
I roll my eyes at the people grabbing armfuls of books to take over to a corner to scan ISBNs because let’s be realistic, the books with ISBNs are donations from bookstores that already have a hundred other copies of the same book. Even if the book is in good condition it won’t be worth more than a dollar, so just ignore their smug looks like they are so much smarter than everyone else because they bought a scanner.
That being said, I love this place. In my opinion the Everett Outlet Store is cleaner (because it just opened within the last year), but I don’t feel it has as good of an assortment as the SODO location. But maybe it’s just that the Everett store is smaller, or I’m imagining things.
I also have noticed that at the Everett store it’s much harder to find a cashier. If they’re changing bins, they must take all the employees because you won’t be able to find someone to ring you up until after the bin change fiasco is complete. One time an announcement came over the speakers that said «all employees to the staff lounge». I ran up to the cashier and paid before that employee walked away because I didn’t want to hang around waiting for them to come back.
The key to the Goodwill Outlet stores is to use common sense: If you walk up to a bin and it smells significantly worse than the other bins, just pass that one over. If someone is giving you grief, ignore them and walk away. If the cashier charges you the price of a hardcover book for a children’s book, it’s not worth arguing over. And always thoroughly wash everything you buy right away.

We attended the grand opening (we’re hardcore like that). The building is huge and new, with lots of parking. Only about ¹⁄₃ of the building is where you can buy stuff, the rest must be offices.
Unlike the downtown outlet, because this location is so new, it’s bright, open, and CLEAN. (Don’t worry, you won’t feel clean after you rummage a bit.) There are several bins for toys, clothes, electronics, housewares, etc.
Things are bought by the pound or per piece (for books or electronics).
Nice staff working, especially during this crazy event. The loudspeaker announced that the bins were being traded out, so please step back. Lots of people didn’t (they were asked nicely personally) and when the bins were being brought out, staff were standing by them to ensure no one pinched their fingers before they were locked in place. Once the bins were secure, people dove in like mad! I’ve never seen that before, so that was interesting.
My great find for today? A vintage Samsonite Silhouette bag in mustard yellow, nearly perfect condition (just missing the key to the lock). It was literally for pennies. :)
Edit: I was notified that I won a $ 25 giftcard from their grand opening party. WOOOOOOOO HOO!