Hollywood Babylon

Hollywood Babylon is one of Portland's more intriguing thrift destinations, tucked into the heart of SE 2nd Ave in the vibrant Lower Buckman neighborhood. The name alone hints at something a little more curated and character-filled than your average donation drop-off shop — and that instinct is right. Shoppers who make the trip are often rewarded with finds that feel genuinely handpicked rather than haphazardly sorted. With a growing base of 25 reviewers already singing its praises, Hollywood Babylon has quietly built a loyal following among Portland's secondhand shopping community. Whether you're a seasoned thrifter who knows how to work a rack or a casual browser hoping to stumble onto something unexpected, the store's consistent 11AM–7PM hours seven days a week make it easy to fold into any Portland adventure. It's the kind of place locals bookmark and return to often.

Store Information

499 SE 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97214

4.6★ average across 25 reviews on Google

Store Hours

  • Monday: 11AM-7PM
  • Tuesday: 11AM-7PM
  • Wednesday: 11AM-7PM
  • Thursday: 11AM-7PM
  • Friday: 11AM-7PM
  • Saturday: 11AM-7PM
  • Sunday: 11AM-7PM

What They Sell

As a thrift and secondhand goods shop, Hollywood Babylon offers the kind of rotating, unpredictable inventory that keeps dedicated thrifters coming back week after week. Shoppers can expect a mix of clothing, accessories, housewares, décor, and collectibles — the exact blend that makes secondhand shopping feel like a treasure hunt. Given the store's name and Southeast Portland, OR location, there's a noticeable lean toward items with flair: vintage pieces, retro finds, and goods with stories behind them tend to surface here more often than at big-box donation centers.

The Neighborhood

Hollywood Babylon sits in the Lower Buckman area of inner Southeast Portland, OR — a neighborhood that blends industrial grit with creative energy. It's close to the Central Eastside, just minutes from the Burnside Bridge and the bustling spots along E Burnside St. The area draws artists, cyclists, and independent business regulars, making it a natural home for a thrift shop with personality. Street-level retail here tends to have real character, and Hollywood Babylon fits right in.

Parking

Located on SE 2nd Ave in Portland's Central Eastside corridor, street parking is the most common option and is generally available along the surrounding blocks. The area is also highly bikeable — not surprising for Portland, OR — so arriving by bike or on foot from nearby neighborhoods like Buckman or Kerns is a popular choice among regulars.

Shopping Tips

  • Visit midweek — Tuesday through Thursday tends to draw fewer shoppers, giving you more time and space to dig through inventory without competition.
  • Check in regularly rather than making one big trip. Hollywood Babylon's secondhand stock turns over continuously, so something that wasn't there last week might be waiting for you this visit.
  • Arrive closer to opening at 11AM if you're hunting for the best picks — freshly sorted items often hit the floor early in the day.
  • Keep an open mind about categories. Some of the best finds in thrift shops like this one are hiding outside the section you'd normally head to first.
  • Follow your instincts on pricing — secondhand stores in Portland, OR often price items to move, and if something catches your eye, it's worth a closer look before someone else snags it.

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