Amazing collection, really cool stuff from all over. The owners are very sweet, and the prices are…read morequite nice! One of the best thrift/vintage stores if you actually wanna buy cool stuff. Got a cassette player and some old camera stuff!

You know that antique/junk spot on Telegraph, the one with the old timey pickup truck in the front?…read moreI finally went in, and it's a treasure trove. First off it's cash only and he takes Zelle. Second, definitely negotiate. Lastly, if you like picking for stuff, you can find something. It's a lot of junk, but treasure is in the eye of the beholder, especially if you like tsotchkes. I ended up with a hand painted wooden duck decoy from 1981. It's def someone who randomly painted one, and not a priceless artifact, but I'm ok with that. I also ended up getting an old framed small print of a poem, and a vintage Thomas Stanley travel alarm clock that's currently not working, hopefully due to an old battery, but if it's up and running, I saw them on Etsy for $50. All three treasures for the price of $15! Overall, a gem of a store if you are nearby and have a few minutes to explore.

Kingsley is a real treasure! As many have said: I always feel like I'm visiting an old friend when…read moreI stop by his shop. I adore his passion, knowledge, and his stories! He's always patient, happy to answer questions, and never ever pressures anyone to buy anything. It actually feels like you're visiting a collector's den or small museum where most things just happen to be for sale. I've learned a lot about textiles, woven blankets, and handmade quilts from Kingsley and am thankful for the time he took to get his newly acquired "baby" out of the back to show me. We both have a fascination with learning how things are made and we're dazzled by the work on this one. Speaking of "how things are made": he knows a guy named Cort that fixes and cleans old pocket and wrist watches. I bought an antique pocket watch from him a few years ago at a great price and it keeps time perfectly. I had also requested/mentioned I was looking for a specific vintage watch and he found one! Once again: great price. There have been slight issues with watch repair only because of the pandemic making many parts hard to find. I heard that the main source to get things may be or has already closed for good. It's rare to find people and items like the ones you'll find in this shop. Stop by and you'll find something interesting and beautiful, and most likely learn something new!

This place is so amazing! So many well curated treasures and the owner is a gem. Even after I…read morepurchased some trinkets, he chatted with my husband and I for a few minutes. So personable and knew everything about every piece in his store. Can't wait till I'm back in the neighborhood to pop in again!

Excellent customer care! Chris and his team talked through the dimensions of my space to help me…read morefind exactly the right table for my eat-in kitchen area. I didn't come in prepared with photos, just rough dimensions, and they took their time with me, asking detailed questions to ensure I found the right sized table.

Yes, it is not a ppl with low budget however, you will find the finest, healthiest, beautiful and…read moremost comfortable chairs and tables. The update they have do is amazing. It's minimal so that they won't destroy the original design and the characters. Kobe was very helpful finding the right height chairs for me. Not just the balance of table and chairs but also how I sit on it and how my feet land on the floor. It came out beyond from my original budget but I still think it was a great deal once I understood the delicacies of their craftsmanship. Highly recommended for those who cares what you use in daily life! I'm so grateful for the pieces I purchased!

Amazing eclectic collection! High quality wares. The owner was very helpful and thoughtful in…read moresearching out exactly the items I was wondering if they'd have. It's apparently actually a collective of sellers which is clever. I'll definitely be back with friends.

Great store, secret finds galore. Found vintage Pyrex in good condition at a great price. They know…read morewhat they have but don't overcharge which is always appreciated by a treasure hunter.

Fantastic local business on Solano Ave. Owners (husband and wife) are extremely helpful and kind…read more It's a relatively small store, but you do feel like you're in a museum... with items you can take home! Their collection is extensive. Many old maps of various parts of the world, old stamps, original manuscripts (dating back to the 1750s, at least!), coins, photos, and much more. I ended up walking out with a small anatomy book from the early 1900s. I would recommend a visit to this store if you're around! They are only open a few days a week - so be sure to check ahead to see if they'll be open.

Small awesome collection laid out like you're in a living room being told some great stories…read more Significant collection of maps from the 1700s and 1800s, especially of France and Europe. Other countries also are there, as well as postcards, coins, bottles, and a few books. The maps are in awesome condition and reasonably priced.

My favorite vintage store in the area! It had so many items…read more I was here for an hour & a half. It was filled with items I have in my home and items I want in my home. This store has a huge selection of everything you ever wanted. So many clothes, so much jewelry, a plethora of housewares & furniture, lots of vinyl, artwork, etc. The prices varied; there were definitely bargains but also high end items. The gentleman that was working there was friendly and helpful. The music was a delightful accompaniment. They have a private parking lot.

Stuff is well, full of stuff. If you love picking through artifacts from yesteryears, this is your…read morejam. Especially if you love kitsch. Records, clothes, furniture, coats, vintage bar glasses, tzotchkes galore. However, to note, Bay Area pricing. While much of the stuff reads thrift store, it's selling at vintage store pricing. They do have an incredible selection of well made MCM furniture, so if you are looking for that, this is a great avenue. While I perused, nothing screamed out and a few items that piqued my interest were too pricey for my wallet. Overall, a fun store to comb through for treasure!

The owner of this shop is awesome. There are a lot of cool vintage items. Have fun looking at…read morehistory and possibly owning it!

This is a nice quirky hole-in-the-wall shop with a mix from all over, without a clear focus…read more Jesse is the proprietor.... he seems to be the only one every staffing the store, and the hours seem a bit random. Each time I've gone by there's something new to explore. Items he can't sell get donated to the Berkeley Humane Society.

Great place for some great bargains. Good atmosphere. Great place to enjoy some really cool itemsread more

Every first Sunday you can find some hidden gems at Alameda Flea. From DVD, VHS tapes, rustic…read morepaintings, clothing, rugs to beer steins - there is no shortage of items. However, the parking situation can be quite tedious when arriving after 10am. The entrance fee varies based on the time you come in, with the most expensive being when they open at 6am ($20). My family and I got there around 11am and it was a $10 entrance fee. They do allow re-entries so long as you get a handstamp before exiting. Today was my first time visiting and I was taken aback by how pricey a lot of items were - especially the clothing. Many were priced higher than new items. The food vendors present were underwhelming. We had Donna's Tamales and it was quite bland and overpriced. They charged me $18 for 2 corn chili tamales. My husband and I had hoped to find some items for our new spot, but left empty handed. Not sure I will be back for how marked up the items were.

Highly recommend. I discovered some old silverware sets in a storage garage owned by my ailing…read moreparents and needed to appraise them for their trust. I found the owner Niels of Montclair estates on the internet and he was great. Very professional, personable, experienced and knowledgeable. He is accredited by the International Society of Appraisers which is helpful if you need a legal appraisal document for insurance or other legal purposes. His brick-and-mortar storefront is temporarily modest for reasons you can read about on his website but more than adequate to meet with him so he can begin to evaluate and understand your appraisal needs. Thank-you Niels for the well documented 12-page appraisal I needed for the silverware from my parents Trust.

My mother passed away and left me with an assortment of silver. I kept a few of the pieces which…read morehad sentimental value; the remainder I knew I would never use. I read through a number of reviews prior to deciding on Montclair Estates. I'm very glad I did. I called in advance and set an appointment with Niels Dahl-Jensen. Upon arrival, he was both warm and personable, and really took the time to carefully look through my inventory. I felt confident to be in the hands of someone both competent and clear as to the silver's monetary value. My items were inventoried, and the majority sold within a two week time frame. Working with Niels was both easy and hassle free. I recommend Niels & Montclair Estates without reservation.