Once Upon A Child - Urbandale

Once Upon A Child - Urbandale is a premier children's resale store located at 10465 Hickman Rd in Urbandale, Iowa, serving the greater Des Moines metro area. This nationally-recognized franchise specializes in buying and selling gently used kids' items, making it a go-to destination for budget-conscious parents and families throughout the community. The store offers a constantly rotating inventory of quality children's merchandise, allowing shoppers to find name-brand items at a fraction of retail prices. What sets Once Upon A Child apart is their commitment to accepting only items that meet current safety standards and are in excellent condition. Parents throughout Urbandale appreciate the dual benefit of being able to both sell their children's outgrown items for cash on the spot and shop for affordable, high-quality replacements. The clean, organized store layout makes browsing easy even with little ones in tow, and the knowledgeable staff helps create a welcoming shopping environment that keeps families coming back season after season.

Store Information

10465 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322

Phone: +1 515-222-0774

Website: https://onceuponachild.com/locations/urbandale-ia-des-moines/

Store Hours

  • Monday: 9AM-8PM
  • Tuesday: 9AM-8PM
  • Wednesday: 9AM-8PM
  • Thursday: 9AM-8PM
  • Friday: 9AM-8PM
  • Saturday: 9AM-8PM
  • Sunday: 11AM-6PM

What They Sell

Once Upon A Child - Urbandale carries an extensive selection of children's clothing from newborn through youth sizes, including everyday wear, special occasion outfits, and seasonal items. Shoppers will find top brands like Carter's, OshKosh, Gap, Nike, and more at significant savings. Beyond clothing, the store stocks toys, books, baby gear, strollers, car seats, high chairs, cribs, and nursery furniture. They also carry maternity clothing, shoes, and accessories. All items are carefully inspected to ensure they meet safety standards and are in excellent, gently-used condition. The inventory changes daily as the store continuously buys items from local families, so there's always something new to discover during each visit.

The Neighborhood

Located on Hickman Road in Urbandale, Iowa, this store sits in one of the Des Moines metro area's most family-friendly communities. The location offers easy access from major thoroughfares and serves residents from Urbandale, Clive, Windsor Heights, and West Des Moines. The area features numerous shopping centers, restaurants, and family-oriented businesses, making it convenient to combine your Once Upon A Child visit with other errands. Urbandale's strong sense of community and high concentration of young families makes this location ideal for a children's resale store.

Parking

Parking at Once Upon A Child - Urbandale is convenient and hassle-free, with ample free parking spaces available in the shopping center lot directly in front of the store. The plaza-style parking layout provides easy access, and spaces are typically available even during peak shopping times. The lot accommodates larger vehicles, which is helpful when transporting baby gear or bringing items to sell to the store.

Shopping Tips

  • Visit frequently since inventory changes daily—new items hit the floor constantly as local families sell their gently-used children's goods.
  • Bring your kids' outgrown items to sell for cash on the spot; no appointment needed, though calling ahead during busy times can help you plan your visit.
  • Sign up for their text alerts and follow their social media for notifications about special sales events and half-price promotions.
  • Shop seasonally ahead—look for next season's clothing at deep discounts to plan ahead for growth spurts.
  • Check the clearance sections thoroughly for incredible deals on already-discounted items that need to move quickly.

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