Antique store · Des Moines, Iowa

Thrifty Flea Market

1212 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

41.6275° N 93.6349° W

Thrifty Flea Market is an antique store at 1212 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313.

About the shop

Thrifty Flea Market is a small, budget-friendly shop in Des Moines specializing in vintage glassware, tools, and collectibles. Owner Gary and his staff are known for exceptional customer service, fair pricing, and willingness to negotiate. The store features a constantly changing inventory of vintage furniture, clothing, camping supplies, and unique finds, all priced to move. Customers consistently praise the clean, well-organized space and find quality items at unbeatable prices, often leaving with multiple purchases.

From directory research

What you'll find

Vintage GlasswareToolsVintage Clothing

Compiled by AntiqueStoresNearby from public listings and reviews

The particulars

Shop format
Single Owner ShopFrom directory research
Shop size
Small ShopFrom directory research
Price range
$From directory research
Typical visit
Quick StopFrom directory research

What reviewers mention

Largely positive

Praised

  • Exceptional owner and staff friendliness
  • Unbeatable prices and great deals
  • Unique, constantly changing inventory with quality finds

Keeps people coming back

  • Owner Gary's knowledge and welcoming personality
  • Extremely affordable pricing (items from 50 cents to $40 for multiple pieces)
  • Quality vintage and antique items in good condition

Worth knowing

  • Small store size limits selection
  • Inconsistent or unclear hours

Our analysis of public reviews — a summary of what people wrote, not a star rating. Tone: Enthusiastic and loyal; customers express genuine affection for the store and owner Gary, describing it as a 'hidden gem' and 'must-see' destination.

Make a day of it

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Nearby antique destinationDes Moines, IA2.7 mi
  1. 1Divine Times Vintage521 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 503130.5 mi
  2. 2ZHOOSH509 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 503130.6 mi
  3. 3CS Home503 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 503130.6 mi
  4. 4Brass Armadillo Antique Mall - Des Moines701 Ne 50th Ave, Des Moines, IA 503132.1 mi
  5. 5Curioso Antiques & Uniquities3808 50th St, Des Moines, IA 503102.7 mi
  6. 6Collectamania3200 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA 503132.7 mi

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