Voted best thrift store in San Diego 2025

Retail Store Locations

Come see why Father Joe’s Villages was voted Best Thrift Stores in San Diego. All purchases help fund essential food & shelters, long-term housing, healthcare services, childcare and schooling, professional development, and more. Save money and shop with purpose!

IMPERIAL BEACH THRIFT STORE

Our thrift stores offer fantastic savings on a variety of furniture, clothing, home goods and more. With an easy-to-access South Bay location on Palm Avenue, there’s no better thrift store in San Diego to do your shopping.

HOURS

Monday – Friday
11:00am – 7:00pm

Saturday
10:00am – 7:00pm

Sunday
10:00am – 6:00pm

(excludes holidays)

Donations accepted daily.
Hours may vary based on schedules
and capacity. Please call ahead to verify.
Need to schedule a home pickup?
Please call us at (619) 446-2100.

EL CAJON THRIFT STORE

For our East County friends, Father Joe’s Villages El Cajon Thrift Store on Fletcher Parkway sells a variety of gently-used clothing and home goods that can take your closet or home to the next level. Check out our newly added furniture galley for an even wider selection of furniture!

HOURS

Monday – Friday
11:00am – 7:00pm

Saturday
10:00am – 7:00pm

Sunday
10:00am – 6:00pm

(excludes holidays)

Donations accepted daily.
Hours may vary based on schedules
and capacity. Please call ahead to verify.
Need to schedule a home pickup?
Please call us at (619) 446-2100

HILLCREST THRIFT STORE

With a wide array of clothing for men, women, and children, shoes, furniture, Vintage and Antiques, our Hillcrest Thrift Store is the perfect place to shop for treasures and donate gently-used items, all while helping to end homelessness in San Diego.

HOURS

Monday – Friday
11:00am – 7:00pm

Saturday
10:00am – 7:00pm

Sunday
10:00am – 6:00pm

(excludes holidays)

Donations accepted daily.
Hours may vary based on schedules
and capacity. Please call ahead to verify.
Need to schedule a home pickup?
Please call us at (619) 446-2100

CHULA VISTA THRIFT STORE

Spruce up your home and wardrobe with gently-used furniture, clothing, and housewares at Father Joe’s Villages Chula Vista Thrift Store. Shop and donate with pride knowing you’re funding essential programs to end homelessness in San Diego.

HOURS

Monday – Saturday
10:00am – 7:00pm

Sunday
10:00am – 6:00pm

(excludes holidays)

Donations accepted daily.
Hours may vary based on schedules
and capacity. Please call ahead to verify.
Need to schedule a home pickup?
Please call us at (619) 446-2100

815 AUCTION WAREHOUSE

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for specialty auctions at Father Joe’s Villages 815 Auction Warehouse. Bid on indoor and outdoor furniture, TVs and electronics, bulk bins, vehicles, bicycles, home goods, and more. Resellers welcome.

HOURS

Monday, Wednesday, Friday
10:00am-1:00pm

(excludes holidays)

Donations accepted Monday-Friday, 1:00pm-3:00pm.
Need to schedule a home pickup?
Please call us at (619) 446-2100

Thrift Store FAQs

What is sold at Father Joe’s Villages’ San Diego thrift stores?
Father Joe’s Villages sells a variety of donated-new and gently used pre-owned items including men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories, furniture, home goods, kitchen supplies and small appliances, décor, books, music and other entertainment items. Our stock changes regularly and new items are placed on the floor daily. The best way to see what’s in store is to shop online or visit our neighborhood thrift store locations in Hillcrest, Imperial Beach, Chula Vista, and El Cajon.
Does Father Joe’s Villages’ San Diego thrift stores only sell used items?
While 100% of Father Joe’s Villages stock comes from donated goods, not all of the items are used. We often receive donations of brand new items, items with manufacturer’s tags, or items donated directly from a retailer. Stock will depend on recent donations so check back often!
What does Father Joe’s Villages do with donations they can’t use in the thrift stores?
Many items that are not sold at Father Joe’s Villages thrift stores are auctioned at our 815 Auction Warehouse. Otherwise, Father Joe’s Villages works to recycle and donate leftover goods. Additionally, we incur a cost whenever someone gives us items that cannot be sold, recycled or donated. That’s why items in fair or better condition are greatly appreciated!
What types of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, MasterCard, Visa and debit cards.

Why should I shop at Father Joe’s Villages’ San Diego thrift stores?

Not only was Father Joe’s Villages voted best thrift stores in San Diego, all proceeds from retail purchases fund programs and services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Father Joe’s Villages provides emergency and permanent housing for more than 2,000 men, women, and children each night. We also offer emergency services, meals, medical and behavioral healthcare, job training, therapeutic childcare, addiction treatment and other critical services. Your purchase supports Father Joe’s Villages’ mission to end homelessness in San Diego.

How else does my purchase benefit the community?

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans generate about 200-250 million tons of trash each year—about 4.6 pounds per person per day. By purchasing from and donating your goods to Father Joe’s Villages, you’re not only helping your neighbors in need, you’re also preventing unnecessary waste from entering our landfills. Additionally, because Father Joe’s Villages is a San Diego organization, your money will also be staying local to help the San Diego community thrive. Shop local. Support local.

Is there convenient parking at the thrift store locations?

Yes. All of our locations have parking lots directly in front or beside the stores.

How does Father Joe’s Villages’ San Diego thrift stores determine the value or price of items?

All of the goods sold at Father Joe’s Villages’ stores are offered at fair bargain prices. There is a range of factors that influence how we price our items: donated-new vs gently used quality and condition, seasonality, style, brand and rarity. However, most of our clothing, books and entertainment items found in our retail stores are sold at a set price according to their category.

Where can I drop off items I would like to donate?

Donations are accepted M-F at our 815 warehouse and daily at all retail store locations until capacity is reached (excludes holidays that may impact store hours). Please call ahead to confirm. Additionally, we have drop-off bin locations throughout the San Diego area, available at any time.  Learn more about retail store drop-off hours, 24-hour bin drop off locations and contact information here.

Looking to schedule a tax-deductable pick-up for larger household items or vehicles? Give us a call at 619-446-2100 or click here to complete our donations pick-up form.

Do you sell vintage and specialty items?
We do! You’ll find our vintage, antique, and collectible items in our online store and in our Online Specialty Auction. Our Specialty Auction gives buyers the opportunity to bid on unique and uncommon goods, such as valuable artwork, classic antiques, vintage fashion, cars, and special collectibles.
How can I apply for a job at Father Joe’s Villages’ San Diego thrift stores & donation centers?
We are always looking for passionate individuals to join our team. Information regarding current job openings at Father Joe’s Villages is available on our careers portal. Browse open positions and submit an online application.