Thrift Stores in El Cajon, California

Listing data updated July 9, 2026.

El Cajon, California has 13 thrift stores listed in our directory, from charity shops and consignment stores to vintage boutiques.

Every listing below includes the address and phone number where available, so you can plan a thrift route through El Cajon before you go. Check individual store pages for hours, directions, nearby shops, and live Loot Map deals.

13 Thrift Stores in El Cajon

  1. ABC BABY RESALE - 1780 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021 - +1 619-441-1305
  2. Empire Thrift Store - 1090 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021 - +1 619-938-4233
  3. Fleetwood Meadows Vintage - 450 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020
  4. Quality Thrift - 841 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92020 - +1 619-588-9191
  5. The Salvation Army El Cajon Corps - 1011 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021 - +1 619-440-4683
  6. Salvation Army El Cajon - 175 S Anza St Apt #102, El Cajon, CA 92020 - +1 619-593-1077
  7. Veterans Thrift Store - 1130 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021 - +1 619-337-9244
  8. Father Joe's Villages Thrift Store & Donation Center - El Cajon - 2325 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020 - +1 619-465-5840
  9. Rock Thrift Store - 450 Fletcher Pkwy #119, El Cajon, CA 92020 - +1 619-764-5284
  10. McAlister Institute- Thrift Store - 993 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92020 - +1 619-442-0212
  11. Goodwill Retail Store and Donation Center - 420 N 2nd St, El Cajon, CA 92021 - +1 619-328-6807
  12. Plato's Closet El Cajon - 450 Fletcher Pkwy #104, El Cajon, CA 92020 - +1 619-357-7719
  13. Team AMVETS - 1130 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92020 - +1 619-297-4213

Thrift Shopping in El Cajon: Common Questions

How many thrift stores are in El Cajon?

There are 13 thrift stores listed in El Cajon, California, including charity shops, consignment stores, and vintage boutiques.

Is there a Goodwill in El Cajon?

Yes — El Cajon has a Goodwill location. See the store list above for the address and phone number.

Is there a Salvation Army store in El Cajon?

Yes — El Cajon has a Salvation Army Family Store. See the store list above for details.

What is the best day to go thrifting in El Cajon?

Most thrift stores restock early in the week after weekend donations, so Monday through Wednesday mornings usually have the freshest selection. Call ahead to confirm hours before you go.

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