Goodwill

Disappointed with this Goodwill. It was my 2^nd visit because my first time they had alot of nice items. Big lengthy story involving their «policy» and employees… I’m not typing it all out but unfortunately will not be shopping here again. No need to drive out of my way… I’ll stick to my south end & Lakewood goodwills. Never had issues there. Very disappointed today.

They picked through my donation pile, happy to take the clothes but rejecting both a cheap toaster («look at these crumbs in here — that’s a fire hazard») and a lamp («lampshade’s busted — we don’t take broken things»).
When did Goodwill start carrying cheap, low-​quality new stuff — the sort of thing you find at a dollar store? I mean, that’s what I go to the dollar store for. Goodwill is for used things. Is this why they’ve started being pickier about donations? I’d never had my donations turned away before. Really left a sour taste in my mouth.
Lamp update: I got a new lampshade at Ikea and kept the lamp
Donation update: I take everything to St Vincent de Paul now

VERY IMPORTANT TO NOTE: This is not the same store, we’ll geographically it is but it is well let’s say under new management. Since the last reviewer this store has gone under major renovation and now has a home section that is fully stocked and killer and it’s other side, the traditional clothes, electronics, and books/​media is now actually a place you will want to be and shop to find thrift treasure. Staff is ok for what I imagine they are paid but goodwill is the last real non profit thrift store as VV stinks of corporate layout and lack of Imagination. I’m not saying your going to find rare Picasso sketches but you will find your hidden vintage Patagonia or 90’S era butthole surfers t shirt! Place is worth it if your a reseller, picker or thrift store addict like me.

I always get great service and great prices. I tend to find great steals at this location. I recently bought an unopened Channel blush for $ 1. Turned and sold it on eBay for $ 50. Highly recommended.

There are a lot of ridiculously priced items at this location, but there are also some neat, reasonably priced items if you are willing to take the time to look for them. This is the first secondhand store I have been in that actually has electronics plugged in so that customers can see that they work. Great book and housewares selection.

I feel kinda bad giving a Goodwill less than 3 stars and I just don’t feel right giving a Goodwill 1 star but this Goodwill is really not one of my favorites. Everything is in it’s respective section but most of it is either hanging haphazardly off the racks or on the floor. I agree with Jay S in that this is not a destination thrift store.
I remember the first time I went here. I thought I found a jackpot since I found a lot of great quality items in apparel, electronics, furniture, and videos, but the past 2 – 3 times I’ve been, I’ve just kind of stopped by since I usually go to the Sonic over there. I decided after this last time that I’m going to stop by here. Especially since they have all but gotten rid of the video section and the men’s apparel is a joke. Don’t even bother looking at the furniture since you’ll probably be wasting your time.
And I’m like… let’s be real… just because it says American Eagle or Abercrombie on the label doesn’t mean that it should be $ 29.99. Understandably, it’s way cheaper than buying the name brands at the store but I’d rather get a brand new pair of jeans for the same price or a pair on clearance at a store. And some of the name brands are like old school like Ralph Lauren or Perry Ellis or like Abercrombie from like the early 90’s. Let’s be real!

As with any Goodwill store, there are some items you’re sure to find here for dirt cheap (like clothing and cutlery). Always worth while to check out the ever-​changing selection of used books too.
On the other hand, the selection of most household goods at this store seemed to be extremely limited, and there were bins of appliances and electronics that looked as though they should have continued their journey to the landfill– and probably will since it’s unlikely that anyone will buy them at the prices they’ve been marked at.

Not a destination thrift store, this newer satellite branch of Goodwill is hit and miss. Definitely skip if you’re searching for furniture. Best selection is in the book department.
The prices can be high on some items, and extremely insconsistent.
I would visit the Goodwills in Federal Way and near Tacoma Mall before this one. Both have deeper inventories.