Buffalo Exchange

Portland, United States

2.8

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20 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 503-234-1302
Website:
www.buffaloexchange.com
Address:
1420 SE 37th Ave, Portland, OR, 97214
Southeast Portland, Hawthorne, Sunnyside
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
170 ftSoutheast Hawthorne & 37th
670 ftSoutheast Hawthorne & Cesar Chavez Boulevard
780 ftSoutheast Cesar Chavez Boulevard & Hawthorne
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Accepts Apple Pay
Yes
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Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes

Today

Today 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Open now
Local time (Portland) 12:03 Thursday, 28 November 2024

Business hours

Monday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

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20 reviews of Buffalo Exchange

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Place rating: 4
Steilacoom, WA
This is a large-​scale pre-​owned clothing, shoes and accessories store right off a main road in the Hawthorne district. I noticed that the store may be somewhat selective in their goods since I noticed only a few common brands. I think that the prices are on the higher side for a thrift store, because let’s face it — that’s what it is. I know that the idea is to repurpose clothing items, but honestly you can find less expensive items at stores like Ross. I rate this place 4 stars for the variety and quantity of items.
Place rating: 1
Gresham, OR
First, they are picky and choosy about the stuff they take in and nothing can have any marks on it not even a little bit and for all that picky they are not even giving a good «sell price» this place is totally fake.
Place rating: 1
Portland, OR
Rude.
So much so that I immediately put down the Frye boots (employee rudeness is perhaps the only reason I would walk away from cheap Frye boots), collected my family and left.
Went on to receive excellent customer service at both Powell’s locations, Crossroads, Presents of Mind and Naked City.
Place rating: 4
Portland, OR
GIGANTIC. This is the biggest Buffalo Exchange that I have ever been to. Oh, and it was sooo busy! There were people everywhere! This is one of a few consignment stores within a block or so radius, and this one was by far the most busy. We didn’t stay inside the store too long, because I only looked for what I wanted to look for — handbags. But the store is laid out nicely, so they were easy to find. I just wish they had more, because there wasn’t much of a selection. They did have lots of racks of clothes! A. LOT! Yet, it still looked so organized! I’ll definitely go back and check out all of the other items they sell.
Place rating: 1
Murrieta, CA
My least favorite buffalo exchange probably. A lot of the clothing being sold isn’t in great condition, I see a lot of damaged items and the few things I’ve purchased have been messed up after the first wash, even hand washing. Prices are steeper too, unlike a lot of other buffalo exchanges that are more reasonable. Also, most unfriendly sales people you’ll encounter in retail. I’ll go to goodwill from now on.
Place rating: 2
Vancouver, WA
They have a nice selection of clothes, that is the only good thing about this store. They have horrible service. Some of their employees are nice but have no idea how to do their job. The last time I went there I got home and figured out they didn’t even take the security ink tags off of two of my shirts.
Place rating: 3
Portland, OR
Called ahead to ask what items they were currently buying and was told they are buying «all seasons.» Once in the store I was repeatedly told they were not buying summer & spring items which irked me because I just carried bags of shorts and summer dresses to the store. Out of approx 150 items (men’s/women’s) they took about 20 and I got $ 190 trade or $ 115 cash. I was honestly surprised but what they passed on, but I was expecting them to be selective. Based on what they were buying from the guy next to me, if you look like you may have smoked heroin in it — they will buy it. But all in all, I got a fair price for what they did take. And they were very nice. I didn’t feel they were judging me at all. I took everything else across the street to Crossroads where they bought a lot of stuff BE passed on, so definitely take your stuff to both stores.
Place rating: 5
Salt Lake City, UT
This place is dangerous. I found too many things to buy, and I want to go back for more, just hours later. Selection, vibe, location, everything here is just great. My favorite Buffalo Exchange so far. Even beats my beloved Los Angeles location!
Place rating: 4
Portland, OR
[This is a review of my shopping experience, not selling]
Out of the three thrift stores I checked out this morning (Buff Ex, Goodwill, and the Crossroads across the street), overall this place offered the nicest stuff, was the most organized, and for the most part had the best prices. Saw mall brands ranging from Zara to Loft to Topshop, some Betsey Johnson, Mountain Hardware, plenty of BR and J Crew too. Not gonna lie some of the stuff in there looked homemade, but everything was clean and in good shape (unlike at Crossroads where things I otherwise would’ve tried on had stains or tears). Pleasantly surprised to find a lot of things with tags on. And like I said, organized — by type of clothing and size.
Nice helpful dressing room attendant.
They dont give you a bag when you buy something (but do let you donate 5 cents to one of their selected charities), so either bring your own or buy one of their reusables for $ 2.
Place rating: 3
Portland, OR
This store used to be my favorite. But now the majority of people who work there have the «I’m better than you» attitude that makes you never want to come back. I also had a girl forget to take the sensor off one of my jackets so I will have to go back and get that mishap figured out. Yikes…
Place rating: 1
Portland, OR
I have been to a lot of shitty consignment shops, but this one takes the cake. Not only was I waiting in hour in line to sell, all of my clothes were rejected. Now I have had pieces rejected at consignment shops, which isn’t a huge deal. But I brought some great pieces that would never go out of style, example; pleated skirts and cami tops. Not only was it a waste of time, Kristina, the woman who was looking through my clothes kept insulting me! She said one of my pieces was «dusty» and I just washed it! I mean why would it matter if I didnt wash it, consignment shops and thrift stores have to wash the products that will be put on the floor. She also said none of it was up to date with today’s fashion. Well, not to be a bitch but I don’t think that obviously just woke up bun and that loose fitting sheer red shirt was doing too much for the «fashion world» either.
Place rating: 4
Seattle, WA
Did you used to be an adult? Do you now need fifty bucks toward organic cupcakes and beer? Bring your old life’s Marc Jacobs stuff here. As I slowly succumbed to the northwest’s adult-​o-​lesence, I sold a ton of stuff here between laptop camping sessions. Unlike my friends and the other reviews, I made bank from each trip and also managed to trade for clothing to fit my new, retired-​at-​27 life. This Buffalo Exchange had better stuff than I was finding at any other boutiques — a reliable stock of navy jeans, French artist tunics, some new boutique clothing marked down. Best clothes trading post in Portland.
Place rating: 2
Wilsonville, OR
Generally the customer service here is below bad.
They employ exclusively hipstery style people who will borderline insult you at times when you come in to sell clothes. They also rarely buy anything. Look down the reviews and it’s not just me saying this. Crossroads is a much better choice.
Red light clothing which is near this location is not much better than buffalo exchange.
This being said, I’ve had one nice girl I’ve spoken to who works there who was nice and somewhat helpful, but even she shunned my clothes by calling them «adult clothes» like it was a bad word. I couldn’t help but laugh at the hipsteriness. Anyway, that’s my review.
Place rating: 2
Portland, OR
Ehhh this place is alright. They never take stuff I buy or anyone I know yet continue to sell stretched out t shirts with stains on them ., makes no sense to me. Never has.
Use to go years ago until crossroads moved in down the street. A lot better quality clothes and they actually buy your clothes!
Place rating: 2
Portland, OR
I would give this Buffalo Exchange a higher rating, but the customer service was crappy.
The other thing that was a bit of a turn off was that several of the items I looked at had stains/​tears. Considering Buffalo is pretty pricey for used clothes, I would expect higher quality items.
I’d probably go to the other Portland location before going back to this one.
Place rating: 4
Rocky Hill, CT
Very friendlly staff here!
I got a cute maxi dress that will be perfect for the summer.
I would definitely say you have to dig to really find what you want.
Place rating: 3
Portland, OR
Would definitely say that I love having buffalo exchange but it can be hit or miss. I came in today to exchange clothes. I couldn’t believe some of the things they turned down. Then when I was shopping afterwards I saw really worn or just plain ugly clothes and in an abundance. I mean I had perfectly cute cowboy boots turned down, two pairs! I know girls are always in search of a good cowgirl boot.
You are sure to find some solid deals and cute stuff if you have an hour or more to shop. Otherwise there’s no organization within the racks, and the jewelry is always tangled and it’s impossible to get to some thing in the back of the row. A lot of stuff is definitely overpriced for being used but then you’ll find a pair of vintage leather, wooden heeled shoes for $ 20. Hit. Or. Miss. 3 stars because when you hit it’s usually effing awesome
Place rating: 4
Portland, OR
There are some good deals to be had if your picky and patient. I’ve found some cool LL Bean Boots, Red Suspenders by Filson to name a few. They also Buy clothes, ect. They give pretty good credit or cash. Have noticed people bringing in way to much to sale making lines long at times. The Staff is pretty cool there trying to make ends meet. The area does have to many panhandlers could need some cleaning up.
Place rating: 1
Hermiston, OR
I went two weeks ago to sell some clothes some with tags.
They didn’t take nothing but a new t– shirt with tag of $ 11 and would only give me like $ 1.30 or in store credit of 5 I looked at the clothes and it was wayyy to expensive. Selling as if it was new. Its like goodwill but with higher prices.
Took my clothes back and never going back!
Place rating: 4
Portland, OR
I have known about Buffalo Exchange since living in Texas. But the closest one was all the way in downtown Dallas and I did not live close, so I really didn’t know much about what the place was except that it was a used clothing store. It wasn’t a place that I would have gone to because I got the «Goodwill» feeling about the place.
I was wrong.
I’ve popped into this location a couple of times and just shoes alone it’s worth coming in here. On this peticular visit, I was selling clothes, but I did find a sweet Goorin Bros. hat for only $ 15, normally over $ 40-​$ 60. I saw some decent shirts as well.
I guess I will have to make my way here more often, gotta find a new style, or upgrade my wardrobe. I need help… :)
Enjoy.