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Top Secondhand Clothing Stores in Manhattan for Kids

1. Jane’s Exchange – East Village

This East Village mainstay offers a wide range of sizes, from newborn to size 12, plus maternity clothing, toys, and gear. Beloved by neighborhood families, it's known for affordability and strong community vibes. All consignments are rewarded with store credit.

Call for an appointment. While you enjoy the store, there's a book nook and play area for your little ones to explore, making this one child-friendly consignment store in the heart of NYC!

2. Kidding Around – Chelsea

While best known as a toy shop, Kidding Around has a small but growing section of secondhand baby and toddler clothes. It’s a convenient stop for newborn sizes up to around 4T, especially if you’re also shopping for birthday gifts or books.

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3. Parachute Brooklyn – Greenpoint

Dedicated to fighting textile waste, this stylish resale shop offers affordable secondhand clothes for infants through older children (newborn through age 12). It accepts gently used shoes up to size 4 youth. Parachute Brooklyn features curated, eco-conscious pieces and often donates unsold items to local nonprofits. You can check out its website for walk-in times if you wish to sell your items.

4. Owl Tree Kids – Carroll Gardens, Park Slope

A child-focused consignment boutique with two Brooklyn locations offering clothing, gear, and maternity wear, shoppers at Owl Tree Kids find well-priced bargains in sizes spanning newborn through teenage years (size 16Y). It consistently ranks as a top pick based on local reviews. For consigning, it takes appointments, receiving clothes seasonally.

5. Meshimar – Park Slope

This family-run consignment shop offers baby and children’s clothes (plus gear and maternity items). Thoughtfully curated with seasonal selections, Meshimar is beloved by Park Slope parents. There are also consignment items for men and women, so parents can enjoy browsing for themselves while they're looking for items for their kids.

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6. On the Road Again – Maspeth

On the Road Again is a family-run consignment store offering children’s clothing, toys, books, gear, and small furniture. Sizes span newborn through elementary school years. It pays cash—up to 40 percent of resale value—and consistently receives praise for friendly, neighborhood service.

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7. MyUnique Thrift – Kingsbridge

This small chain store offers a wide variety of children’s apparel, baby gear, and household goods. While not a specialty kids’ consignment store, it’s popular for low prices, daily deals, and a large selection. Find a second outpost in Jamaica, Queens.

Tips for Shopping Secondhand for Kids' Clothes

• Know your sizes: Kids grow fast—come with current sizes and a short list of what you need.
• Consign as you go: Many stores offer store credit or consignment for gently used items you no longer need.
• Look beyond clothing: Many shops sell strollers, books, toys, and maternity wear, too.
• Inspect before you buy: Double-check for stains, missing buttons, or fading. Most items are in great shape—but it never hurts to check!

If you decide you'd rather go the charity route when getting rid of the clothes your kids have outgrown, check out our list of local charities accepting clothes, toys, and more.

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Originally published in December 2010.