If you are looking to pop some tags faster than you can say Macklemore, there’s no need to travel far. Northeast Ohio has some great antique shops in store for you, not far from Cleveland.
By. Nicole Schneider
The Red Geranium
This consignment shop is a great place to spend a Saturday afternoon. From clothes to furniture, to decor and collectibles, this gem has everything you forgot you needed.
Location: 13803 Ridge Road, North Royalton.
Photo courtesy of The Red Geranium’s websiteSecond Thyme Around
This store mixes together antiques, vintage finds, repurposed goods, and Ohio homemade products, creating the perfect recipe for thrifting bliss. If the four rooms filled with classic treasures and tasty homemade treats aren’t enough for you, they also have a seasonal cottage filled with more treasures in the back. Second Thyme Around is a store for all ages spanning across the ages.
Location: 8153 Orchard Street, Olmsted Falls.
Photo: Second Thyme Around, FacebookLakewood Antique Mall
Don’t let the small exterior of the Lakewood Antique Mall fool you; through its door you’ll find that antiques coat the place like wallpaper. From floor to ceiling, you’ll fall in love with a new random piece in every corner, not to mention the downstairs maze as well. The prices fit every budget, ranging from expensive antiques for collectors to cheap buys for the everyday budget.
Location: 16928 Detroit Ave, Lakewood
Photo: Lakewood Antique Mall, FacebookSweet Lorain Antiques
Formerly named Suite Lorain, this antiques shop sells items on behalf of many owners. Sweet Lorain is highly organized compared to usual shops’ hodge podge, making it easy for buyers to see everything that is available. The prices can be on the high side but if it’s vintage that you want, this is the place to go.
Location: 7105 Lorain Road, Cleveland
Photo: Cleveland Scene ArchivesJaimie’s Flea Market
Jaimie’s is a great place to find antiques at a bargain price. With 200 inside vendors and up to 400 outside vendors, you’re sure to find something unique.
Location: 46388 Telegraph Road, South Amherst
Photo: Jaimie’s Flea Market, FacebookFlower Child
Pack some water and snacks because if you’re heading to Flower Child, you’ll be there for a while. This labyrinth of antiques and vintage clothing is never-ending fun as you snake through room upon room.
Location: 11508 Clifton Blvd, Cleveland
Photo: Flower Child, FacebookThe Cleveland Flea
Antique vendors at The Cleveland Flea always present unique vintage finds.
Location: 3615 Superior Ave, Cleveland
Photo: The Cleveland Flea, FacebookAttenson’s Antiques & Books
Just 15 minutes east of downtown, Attenson’s Antiques & Books sits in Coventry Village. Their hours can seem short (11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.), but the ever-changing sales definitely make it worth taking a mental health day to soak up some antique retail therapy. The store has four rooms, with the basement ones mostly dedicated to books.
Location: 1771 Coventry Road, Cleveland Heights
Photo: Flickr cc Dawn PetersonMarc Goodman’s Antique Mall
Another fabulous find on Larchmere Boulevard is Marc Goodman’s Antique Mall. The shop supplies pottery, furniture, jewelry, vintage clothing, artwork, and more from a range of dealers.
Location: 12721 Larchmere Blvd, Cleveland
Photo: Marc Goodman’s Antique Mall, FacebookChelsea’s Consignments
Chelsea’s Consignments specializes in antique furniture, perfect for your home. This place is great for both the buyer and the seller, and they make things even easier by displaying their items online.
Location: 26443 Center Ridge Road, Westlake
Photo: Flickr cc CastawayVintageOff Center
Off Center offers quality items for reasonable prices so everybody can find something. The ladies at Off Center help you choose something special for every room in your home. Their products provide a fresh and new sense to your typical antiques shopping.
Location: 14538 N Cheshire Street, Burton
Photo: Off Center, FacebookAntiques On The Square
The clean and organized atmosphere of Antiques On The Square allows buyers to feel relaxed as they peruse the merchandise of yesteryear. With 30 years of business under its belt, the shop is certainly one to rely on.
Location: 101 Main Street, Chardon
Photo courtesy of Antiques On The Square’s websiteCentury Antiques
Century Antiques is full of centuries worth of antiques to suit your every need. The store offers hardware, windows, fireplace mantels, paintings and so much more.
Location: 7410 Lorain Ave, Cleveland
Photo courtesy of Century Antiques’ websiteThe Craft and Antique Co-Op
Repurposed, recycled, and really awesome are key words in describing the Craft & Antique Co-op. The various booths create an atmosphere that feels like a mix between an antique store and a flea market, leaving customers with the most unique buys.
Location: 1871 North Ridge Road, Painesville.
Photo: Flickr cc Lucas Cobb
