This store is so much better then the one on south cedar. Cleaner alot more welcoming…read more The biggest advantage and plus. The manager is such a sweetheart unlike the rude person on south cedar. I will be avoiding south cedar even though its closer for this one. When a organization allows management like south cedar to continue working. They just need to shut those doors and move everything to this location.

Good selection, well-organized, decent prices, clean. Staff were friendly & helpful. 50% off last…read moreTuesday of each month

Located on the MSU campus, the surplus store and recycling center is an interesting place to shop…read moreon campus. They carry all the random things that either students leave behind when they move to out to all the things that the departments need to get rid of. It's literally a vintage trove of things that if you're willing to dig around you can find something interesting. They carry everything from computers, decorative knickknacks, clothes, shelves, research equipment, furniture,etc.

I really like this thrift store. When you walk in you see very beautifully crafted displays of nice…read moreitems. There are often very nice furniture pieces in good condition. The prices make you feel like you made a great deal. All the staff I have encountered have been very friendly. They also seem to be taking good precautions with Covid such as posting signs enforcing proper mask usage and asking people to touch fewer items if they are not intending to buy. I have also seen proper mask rules actually enforced.

Great thrift store! This place is BIG and so organized! Everything has its place. The layout is…read morevery well thought out. It's very clean with friendly staff. Their craft area is mostly knitting and crocheting, in addition, they have vintage sewing patterns and Knick knacks. There is also a small fabric sections with remnants of all sort of fabrics. I was so impressed by their book selection...big and organized by subject. I picked up four cooking books. I didn't get to go through the shoes and clothes because I was not looking for that. They also have a drop off donation drive thru with staff waiting to check and accept your goods. Overall, this is a great thrift store and I highly recommend it.

Very large, well kept secret full of treasures. Clothing, jewelry, purses, shoes, furniture. Some…read morenew, some vintage, some antique! Reasonably priced. Worth the trip!

They used to be a great place to consign items but they have gotten super picky and don't provide…read morecash options any more. You get pennies on the dollar for items and then get store credit, but it seems as though nothing recent gets put out on the rack. It's a waste of time and money. Best bet is donate to charity or sell online.

The free section is a little shady. Nothing i would take home. But the rest of the items in the…read morestore were nice and seemed reasonably priced, especially the kitchenware. Good selection of hand tools. Had enough staff people to assist you in finding items and helping you get larger items to your vehicle. Clean and organized. I will be back next time I am in town.

From the owner: The Free and Cheap Store was created to answer the waste we saw on our Lansing Junk Removal…read morepickups. So we decided to repurpose, refurbish, and recycle as much as possible, leading to a more environmentally conscious solution than just dumping everything at a landfill! We offer these items for free or cheap to help clean up our area and give back to the community. Promotion: You can save at least 50% off your entire purchase by donating $5 or more towards the monthly charity!

Excellent customer service and the district manager was very personable. I've never had a…read moreconversation with any goodwill employee but they immediately greeted me and the DM asked if I wanted help locating sections if had questions to let me know. Amazing!!!!

Great place to find hidden treasure. Prices vary supplies vary. Depends upon donations.read more