MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center
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About MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center
The MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center offers a unique shopping experience focused on secondhand items from the MSU community. They collect and resell materials to promote recycling and reduce landfill waste, making it a great place to find interesting and reusable goods.
The atmosphere is casual and community-oriented, with a variety of items that can surprise you with their diversity. Many visitors enjoy spending time browsing through the eclectic offerings, from furniture to office supplies, all while supporting a zero-waste culture.
Located in East Lansing, MI, the store's accessibility is somewhat limited, as it's only open in person on Fridays from 8 AM to 3 PM. This schedule can be a bit challenging for those with tight work hours, but the commitment to recycling and community service makes it worth the visit.
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What to Expect
- Expect a diverse selection of secondhand items that can surprise you with their variety.
- You'll find new inventory every Tuesday, making each visit potentially different from the last.
- Pricing can vary, so while some items are a great deal, others might be a bit on the pricey side.
Business Highlights
- ✓Innovative program to reduce landfill waste
- ✓Diverted 13,000,000 pounds of material from landfills last year
- ✓Promotes a culture of zero waste within the MSU community
Google Reviews
MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center is a nice place to check out if you’re looking for secondhand items. You can find some really interesting stuff, but a few items are a bit overpriced. They also have some brand-new items, like MSU merchandise T-...
It' s great but only open in person from 8-3 on Friday. I really want a new chair and desk and can't tell if that'll be comfortable online, so I've been meaning to come here for the past month. I work Fridays though and something always comes up on m...
I visited here with someone the other day. The variety of stuff they sell is truly mind boggling
The MSU Surplus store has merchandise such as discontinued Windows and Apple PCs, clothing, scales, audio gear, speakers etc. It is Open mostly on Friday 8am-3:30pm. Products on their website can be purchased and picked up by appointment. Lots of enj...
As a student, shopping here makes me feel like I'm contributing to environmental protection. Plus, they refurbish and resell equipment from nearby school districts and MSU. I find their electronics are great value with quality assurance, and you'll o...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Visiting Tips
If you're a first-time visitor, plan to come on a Friday to take advantage of in-person shopping hours.
Consider visiting early in the day for the best selection, as popular items can go quickly.
Look for nearby parking options, as access to the store can be limited during busy times.
Hours
- mondayClosed
- tuesdayClosed
- wednesdayClosed
- thursdayClosed
- friday8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- saturdayClosed
- sundayClosed