Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg

About Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg

Buffalo Exchange's Williamsburg location on Driggs Avenue is one of the chain's busiest New York City stores, and the volume shows in both the size of the floor and the breadth of what you'll find. Unlike Crossroads Trading, which leans contemporary, Buffalo Exchange takes a broader view — accepting and selling a mix spanning genuine vintage from the 80s and 90s, current-season contemporary labels, and everything in between. The floor has real variety, though it requires more searching than the tightly curated shops nearby.

The buy/sell/trade mechanic is straightforward: bring in clothing in good condition, the buying team selects what they want, and you receive immediate cash or significantly more in store credit — typically around 50% more. The Buffalo Exchange team tends to be slightly broader in what they'll accept, looking for sellability rather than strict aesthetic curation, which makes them a practical first stop if you have a mixed bag to sell.

For buyers, the strongest sections tend to be outerwear, denim, and vintage-era athletic wear. The proximity to the arts and music community means a steady flow of band tees, vintage concert merchandise, and 90s-era sportswear from donors cycling through their closets. Finding a genuine vintage piece priced at $15 is not uncommon if you're willing to flip through the racks.

Shoes and accessories — bags, belts, jewelry, sunglasses — tend to be well-priced relative to the curated boutiques. A structured leather bag that would cost $80 at a consignment boutique might be $25 here because the format prioritizes volume and turnover over maximum margin.

Weekend afternoons are busiest and the floor gets picked quickly. Weekday mornings offer the best browsing — stock from weekend selling sessions has been processed and you have the racks to yourself. The Driggs Ave location is walkable from the Bedford Ave L stop.

What to Expect

Getting there

• Bedford Av (L) — about 3 min walk
• Lorimer St (L G) — about 11 min walk

Walking times are estimates from the shop's location. Subway stations from MTA open data.

Questions about Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg

What are Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg's hours?

Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg is open Mon–Sat 11am–8pm, Sun 11am–7pm.

Is Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg open on Sundays?

Yes. Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg is open on Sundays, 11am–7pm.

Where is Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg?

Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg is at 504 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, in Williamsburg.

How do I get to Buffalo Exchange – Williamsburg by subway?

The closest subway station is Bedford Av (L), about a 3-minute walk.

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