1709 Records

A few blocks from downtown Vancouver Washington, though SO WORTH IT ! I thought it was a…read moreCorporation, because the Name used to be "Corporate". To my Surprise it was NOT. The Owner "RILEY" is a Super Nice Guy, and he is Extremely knowledgeable about Music and Movies. JOEL is his brother and is the Owner as well. Their prices on DVD (and some Blueray) movies are as low a $1, though most of his movies are fairly priced, and are Sequenced in "Alphabetical" order. He has a Expansive VARIETY of ALBUMS as well. He even has Music CDS !, and "Hard to Find" Albums, DVDS, CDS and Blu-rays. RILEY (who I met) is just a REALLY GOOD GUY ! He is a "RARE BREED" when it comes to Business Owners these days. Because ALL that they think of is MONEY and are "GREEDY" ! Everybody that came to the Store left HAPPY, with plenty of "Good Finds". While I was there (for Hours) looking through their DVD Selection, I heard EVERYONE telling RILEY how much they Enjoyed his store. This place is a "GEM" ! I Really don't want to share this place, because it's a "Treasure-Trove"...But I will ! THIS PLACE IS "GOLD" !

This is a great store than I just stumbled upon after another record store in the area closed. It's…read morea small store but don't let that keep you away! They cram a lot of stuff into this small shop - CD's, records, DVD's, even a few cassettes and 8 tracks. And the best part is, the prices are very fair - much better than a lot of other shops in the Northwest. On top of that, it's run by someone who loves music.

Debut CD

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Main Street Vintage

4.0(31 reviews)

0.1 mi

I come by here from time to time and it's great! The uncle who I assume is the owner is really nice…read moreand patient when you need assistance and at checkout! The stuff there is pretty diverse and there's always going to be an item that catches your eye for a good price. I've found multiple things I like, as well as things I know my mom would LOVE as a gift. I definitely recommend coming by, if not to buy anything, then to look around. It's quiet enough to browse about peacefully.

This is my go-to vintage shop when looking for something cool to add to my space. They have a wide…read morevariety of home goods as well as some clothing booths. Pricing is really reasonable, which is always great when looking for a cool find that's an awesome deal. David - the shop owner - is super helpful if you ever need help finding something specific. Very kind and happy to answer any questions you might have. Best vintage shop in Vancouver!

3.7 mi•Kenton, North Portland

Cabinet

Booth at Main Street Vintage

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Speck's Records & Tapes

4.9(10 reviews)

Only record store I know of that has a DJ playing (at least on weekends, i can't speak for other…read moredays). Smaller store with what appears to be a nice curated collection of used albums and cool old stereo equipment. Also some bins of cheaper albums for those on a budget and its always fun to hunt though those. Located in a nice walkable street so easy to make this stop one of many on a nice day walking around Kenton

Great lil record store that also sells some cassette tapes, CDs, and turntables. Went in on a…read moreSunday afternoon and a DJ was spinning some great tunes! Friendly staff. I'd definitely pop in here again. Great location near the library and a cafe.

5.1 mi•North Portland, St. Johns

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Vinyl Resting Place

4.0(25 reviews)

A righteous indie record store with a little something for everybody. I was so glad to have time to…read morevisit on a recent trip up to Portland, as I've followed the shop's great Instagram page for some time. The visit did not disappoint, as I left with more records than my carry on would hold. Thankfully, VRP had an extra box, and wrapped my stash up carefully and pointed me to the closest post office. The guy at VRP told me about media mail. This was amazing, as I was able to ship almost 20 records home for under $20! The shop does tons of cool listening events for new releases. I was hoping to be in the area while one went on, but alas, no luck. I can't wait for my next trip to Portland so I can get back to this gem of a record store.

Never open. I read an article about crime in the area and not sure if they can afford to stay open…read more Obviously they sell online, and they should shut the doors and just stick to that then. Other people would love to have a business at that location. It's a cool shot gun style home and I can think of 20 ppl who would gladly use it. They are open on the weekends from 3 to 10ish. Idgi?

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Kindred

4.6(26 reviews)

0.3 mi

Kindred hosted the Sasquach Hunt downtown Vancouver we had such a fun time hunting during our lunch…read morebreaks and support small businesses. Thank you for the good time!

You mean I can buy lotions, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, cleaning supplies, detergents here…read more.. And support ethical small businesses instead of big corporations... AND it's more affordable... AND higher quality... AND I can easily refill my bottles and not make a ton of waste? Ya'll my hair is so nice after switching to their shampoo and conditioner. Plus, their swaps, classes, community events, and expertise are incredible. Love this place! An amazing community resource all around.

Squatchin'!

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Eras Vintage Marketplace

4.8(13 reviews)

0.6 mi

If you love eclectic, vintage, antique-style shops where you can spend forever just looking around,…read morethen eras is absolutely worth stopping into. I actually stumbled upon this place while looking for a bag big enough to carry the flowers I had just bought from the farmers market, and I ended up staying way longer than expected because there is SO much to look at. The entire store feels like organized chaos in the best way possible -- everything from crystals, books, jewelry, essential oils, vintage décor, clothing, antiques, and little chic home pieces all blended together under one roof. There are multiple little sections throughout the store and somehow it all flows together without feeling overwhelming. One second you're looking at antique treasures and the next you're discovering cute gifts, handmade items, or vintage-inspired pieces you didn't know you needed. They even have a tiny wine and beer area tucked near the cashier which honestly just adds to the charm and quirky personality of the place. The vibe is very artsy, cozy, thrifty, vintage, and eccentric all at once. Perfect place for window shopping, browsing unique finds, or taking home a little antique or conversation piece from Vancouver. Also... the storefront alone is adorable and feels like something out of a storybook

This place is a vintage witchcraft vibe and just creepy. In order to buy anything on CC, you have…read moreto spend $5 and they charge a .75 cent charge which is illegal. They should NOT be charging anyone to use a CC. They chose to be in the merchant program for MC/Visa etc. You can call your CC company and report them, and your CC company will remove the charge and investigate them. The store can and will be booted from the CC program. How do I know? Because I have reported companies that do this. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS! Nope I won't be back. It's not for me.

5.1 mi•North Portland, St. Johns

Lunatique Craft jewelry & crystals

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Revolutions Bookshop

4.7(14 reviews)

Lovely little neighborhood bookstore. Nice selection of new and used books, zines, vinyl,…read morecollectibles at very reasonable prices. As the name suggests, much of the store is dedicated to leftist material (hell yeah!) The owners are chill and helpful. The store occasionally hosts events and encourages masking (thank you!). 13/12, would recommend ;)

Fantastic small shop with super cool owners, Brian and Peggy…read more An eclectic mix of books, ephemera, and vinyl records.

GameStop

2.9(17 reviews)

4.5 mi

Two employees other floor and people in line. No "welcome in." Or basic greeting. Waited in line…read morefor 15 minutes. Not once did either employee say anything. Finally tossed the item onto the counter by the register and left. Both employees seemed unfazed by the loss of a sale.

Absolutely no urgency. Poor customer service. No apology for a long wait time. Do better.read more

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White Oak Books

4.6(11 reviews)

0.1 mi

White Oak Books was a surprise. Stepping in, it was way bigger than I thought it would be. The…read moreselection was fantastic! We roamed the isles, and I found a few books that were on my reading list. One was an employee pick, so I think they have good taste in reading materials! Great book selection, very helpful staff!

My favorite new book store with great selections, perfect ambience. Great card section, and…read moreinvolved staff. It's wonderful to have a local, independent bookstore with easy parking and fair pricing. I'll come back again and again.

Looking up new books!

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Neuromancer, the moon is a harsh mistress, soup encyclopedia, richard scary, the very fine clock

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phenomenal service! great selection and fun vibe. highly recommend! Great plocal store In downtown Vancouve.

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