Treasure Mart

I’ve wanted to go here for years, and now that I live in the area again, I decided to stop in the other day. I’m pretty much obsessed.
The only reason for 4 stars is that some of the items are a little pricey. But I feel like I can find exactly what I’m looking for here – they have a very good edited/​curated selection of items – not just a bunch of junk like your average thrift store. Today I picked up an amazing, heavy gilded mirror, a framed botanical print, and a sled (for Christmas décor). I love how they discount the items if they’ve been in the store over a month (thus, the print and sled were on sale). The staff was friendly and helped me load my items into my car. I know I’m going to be visiting here quite often!

FLOORS OF TREASURES BUT LACKING CUSTOMER SERVICE
Because Treasure Mart is now open on Sunday’s through the holidays, I had such high hopes for doing some easy Sunday shopping. I stopped in today to scoop up a nice sized jewelry armoire I spotted yesterday (see check-​in photo) so excited I finally would have a place to store the gaggle of costume jewelry I’ve manage to accumulate over the years.
This was a gorgeous piece flawed only by a missing mirror. After paying for the armoire, I dutifully had hubby back the SUV into driveway and jumped out of the way (per their request) for two guys to move & load my item into the SUV which we eventually figured would not fit unless we put down the seats. But While moving & loading the armoire, the lid snapped open (because they failed to tape it down beforehand). It wasn’t until they set it back on the ground that they realized the lid had separated from the body and could not be reattached securely.
I can understand human error and that it was purely unintentional that they damaged the item. But I didn’t appreciate the line he fed me as a result. Offering no apology for damaging my treasure, he tries to convince me that the lid is «removable and supposed to come off»! Now this is one of those armoires which opens up to reveal pink velvet trays and interior. So I knew it bit far fetched the lid was removable. It gets worse, he says to me «well do you want your money back?» (in a «I don’t give a…» tone of voice) After thinking about it for awhile, he then says he can fix it by removing the part hammering it back into shape and reattaching it. But I couldn’t imagine that it would be the same as before. Granted this was a used piece but you expect to get what you pay for and it was already paid for.
Needless to say I decided to ask for a refund and I didn’t get to take my beauty home. Only at the very end as my husband was present again and I was walking out the door did the cashier offer an apology. Better if it had come from the person who should have made done so…

I prefer the Livingston Antique Outlet, but this is still a pretty cool place with lots of good finds. Prices are reasonable on most items.

Tucked away in Kerrytown is one of the best vintage stores in the state. There is truly something for everyone — antique connoisseurs, DIY addicts, flea market scavengers (that’s me!).
There are three levels of furniture, antiques, housewares, lamps, paintings, knick knacks, and a large outdoor space filled with mostly furniture. Before you go to Home Goods or a pricey antique store, spend an hour in here and you’ll check lots of things off your list.
The inventory is priced reasonably and changes every day. I have often visited on consecutive days and am always able to find plenty of new treasures.
Pro tips: Check the label of the item you’re interested in, every thirty days another 10% comes off the price. Sometimes the new prices are hand marked, other times not so check yourself! Also, they have dedicated parking so don’t waste your money on metered spots (spend it inside instead).

I discovered this incredible resource in the late 1970s and recently returned for a sentimental visit. It’s still the place I remember and remains the best resale furniture/​jewelry/​household store by which all other stores I shop are measured. Prices area still reasonable; the selection still incredibly diverse and global, surprising in its breadth and scope and fun to explore. Thank you, Treasure Mart! Love to you from LA!

I love this place! I went with my daughter and found several things to furnish her first apartment with — and a nice vintage platter for me, too! There are three floors filled with antique (most on the main floor), vintage, and recent home goods. Lots of useful kitchenware which was just what we needed for the apartment. We’ll be back!

This place is tucked away on a quiet street in Kerrytown, but you should make a point to pop in if you’re ever in the neighborhood. It’s one of the best antique/​junk stores in town for browsing. The prices are higher than the thrift shops, but I’d say they are fair and reasonable for the quality and sheer range of stuff. There are several levels with different rooms tucked away — the top floor is my favorite, it’s packed with tchotchkes of all sorts. If you need a beautiful vase for cut flowers from the farmer’s market, look here! They had some great vintage kitchenware, though I’ll take my chances and try to find it cheaper elsewhere. They have a small but nice selection of furniture, but sadly I’ve never found anything I needed to furnish my apartment.

Shopping here is like being in Marshall’s or TJMaxx– you have to sort through a lot of stuff in order to (sometimes) find a great deal on things.
Today for instance, I walked in without a goal for anything in particular, and found a like-​new George Kovacs Torii table lamp, made in USA, for $ 25– (retailed at $ 200). Yet there are plenty times when I walk in and could not find a single thing worth wasting my money on. My general thought on this store is, there are too many dishes, too many kitchen knick knacks which you can find at garage sale/​estate sale in the area for a lot less money. Things are also constantly shifting/​moving from one place to another, making it impossible to locate the second time around.
Regular garden items can be steep (saw a copper boot tray for $ 25, retailed at target for $ 25). Rule of the thumb is, they price vintage/​mid century items high, and when it comes to more modern items, they are willing to let it go for a bit cheaper.
Items to avoid: pottery, mirror, frames, most lamps, unless they are more than 3 – 4 months old (you get a 10% additional discount every month it’s been there). Most of their kitchenware can be found at PTO and many of their left-​over unsold items can be found (still with TM stickers on) at the Reuse center on Industrial rd in ann arbor.
I like this place and I happen to enjoy most of the workers in the store. I will definitely go back to shop for more, especially on a week day near the end of the day to avoid the craze and the lack of parking spot.
Like all your other shopping stops, put on your best curator glasses, and after the fashion of Marie Kondo, ask yourself whether the things in your hands truly bring you great joy.

If you have a few hours to kill, it’s an amazing place to just wander around. You have to be in the mood to look and it’s not a place to go if you’re looking for something in particular. But, if you want a vintage, flea market-​type do-​hickey for your shelf or some one-​of-​a-​kind furniture or outfit, it’s the place to go. The people who work there are always friendly and unlike many furniture or clothing stores, they don’t stalk you. They have everything from furniture to trinkets to mirrors to jewelry to vintage postcards and books. Definitely worth stopping in when you’re downtown and looking for something to do!

I came in looking for a spoon, and walked out with a lamp, a teapot, a mirror, a vase, and a spoon. This place is absolutely incredible! The selection of unique goods that they have is great, nothing but high-​end secondhand items. Not to mention, it is in Kerry town… the CUTEST part of Ann Arbor. Nestled on adorable brick-​paved Detroit St. you have got to check it out!

I’ve been shopping antique malls and second hand stores for over 20 yrs in Ann Arbor and surrounding area and Treasure Mart has always been part of my weekly routine. New things come in every day and I’ve found some truly outstanding antiques there as well as other interesting finds. I have also consigned there and their staff is very knowledgable, professional, and great to work with. They work super hard behind the scenes to get new items out on the floor right away. I love that they frequently rearrange displays to keep things fresh. Love it!

I have been coming to this store for 30 years. I have a lot of furniture from the Treasure Mart, as does my Mother and sister who live an hour away because I would call them when I’d find something amazing. This place has a lot of stuff in it, a lot of good quality stuff. Why I don’t shop here as much as I used to is these days, the prices are often not at all in line with the value of things. Several times I’ve recognized an object that I bought at a store priced at the same or higher price at the Treasure Mart. That said, sometimes you can find something special for a reasonable price, but don’t expect to find «deals» here.

I’m a collector of Victorian pieces and have found a few impressive well-​priced items at Treasure Mart over my 4 years in the U.S. however, my latest experience there has left me offended and disappointed.
This time [Aug 27^th, 2014] I had picked up a few pieces of art and furniture but unfortunately lost one of the price tags during my walk through the store. The attendants were *extremely* rude and uncourteous despite my apologies. Upon eventually finding the tag and running my purchases I was told my credit card had been rejected. They refused my request to retry the swipe/​enter the numbers manually since it costs them to do that. No greetings, no human acknowledgement. They lost a few hundred dollars of business and a frequent customer.
If you’re looking for ‘things’ and don’t care for good service then go ahead however, I’d suggest you choose from other businesses that do not take an influx of customers for granted.

This place is so much worse than your standard outdoor flea market. There’s no parking to speak of, the hours they’re open are terrible, and you can’t find a damn thing. THEN, if you do find something that is drowning in stuff, it’s almost always vastly overpriced. I went here because of the word of mouth, but I find that isn’t always right. Don’t waste your time.

Great place to find that special 1^st piece of your new collection.

Lots of «knick knacks» on the 2^nd floor. I would prefer a smaller selection of quality items versus a mass grouping of junk with a few hidden treasures.

Note: I am writing from a consumer point of view. Not consigner.
I like Treasure Mart. It’s got a little this and that here and there. They have some good prices on some jewelry. I remember getting my tacky Beethoven pendant here that I cherished oh so much. Only $ 1. One mans junk is another gals high school treasure.
When my aunts are in town they can’t avoid this place. It’s a staple part of their visits. They are serious antiquers. I, personally, am not all that knowledgable, but this place is a breath of fresh air if your coming from the Grand Rapids area.
I can’t really find any amazing deals here but I can find some cute things a lot of the time. Today we found a dresser for $ 125. By no means a bargain but its beautiful, it’s in good condition and, most importantly, it opens smoother and nicer than any ikea dressed.
I never feel like I’m getting a steal but it’s not outrageous and people selling things on Craigslist are CRAY! They think their junk is some kind of lost treasure and attempt to charge an arm and a leg. At least I don’t feel ripped off at Treasure Mart. Also, the are knowledgable on the worth of antique and vintage items. It’s always worth a look. Never feel obligated to buy. Try Kiwanis first if your looking for a bargain.

Treasure Mart is an awesome unique thrift store that my dad told me about years ago (before thrift stores were cool), of course at the time I was like, sure dad, a cool place in Ann Arbor that I haven’t heard of, riiiight. Well I’m officially admitting my dad is cooler than I am and was completely right! Looking to complete that vintage living room set? Or a unique desk, fixture or bookcase? Look no further! This place has the coolest treasures (of course) and for great prices. Why buy some new piece of fiber board junk when you can have a work of art that will last 3 times as long? Well I suppose quality construction isn’t usually very light!
I would give it 5 stars if not for the hours. Now I understand as a small business it is difficult being open to 7, 8 or 9pm everyday, but even an hour (6:30) or like a late day per week (Saturday? Thursday?) would be super helpful. I’ve known people that would stop by on their way out of work to find it already closed!

Thrifty Heaven! SoOOoOO much to look at, dig through and buy! We really did walk out of here with treasures. They had all types of items from antique to new and from all over the world.
We walked here from Zingerman’s and shopped while we waited for our call-​in order, then came back for more shopping after we ate. 3 floors of wonderful treasure hunting. Plus everything seemed like it was under priced!
We bought a beautiful 6in tall brass bell from India for $ 5, an 12in antique cat door stopper with strawberry print fabric for $ 5, a practically brand new 100% cotton Hawaiian shirt for $ 10 and a intricate hand-​craved wooden Tibetan mask for $ 20 (a rare find for our mask collection).
The selection was vast and we will come back to Ann Arbor just for this store!

What’s the perfect way to walk off a ginormous, gut-​busting lunch at Zingerman’s?
A stroll through Treasure Mart, that’s what!
Seriously, as I waddled around the plethora of antiques, knick-​knacks and (for lack of a better word) treasures my food had barely even begun to digest. But hey, getting lost in this place certainly took my mind off of my pants digging into my gut!
This is the kind of place you find on accident. All the locals know about it, but for an out-​of-​towner, it’s a blessing to stubble upon. The prices were more along the lines of a upscale vintage shop, but not too atrocious. Everything was perfectly organized, grouped and displayed. I felt a little like my head was going to explode before I could even begin to capture this store’s inventory in it’s entirety.
You feel a little like you’re creeping around someone’s house as you somehow manage to find your way through floor after floor of antiques. But don’t fret. Everyone else is doing the same thing!
My favorite part was the outdoor section of neat old chests, dressers and wardrobes. I wanted to take each and every piece home with me. But alas, I did not.
My recommendation? If you’re over at Zingerman’s, walk up the street to Treasure Mart. It’s worth the walk and it helps you get out of your food coma.
PS: There were lots of scary clown-​faces up in TMart, so just watch yourself.