UPDATED MAY 2024
Not all remodels call for brand new everything! Below you will find a roundup of a few of my favorite consignment shops focusing on furniture and decor here in Santa Fe. I visit these places often to see what new and fascinating items they have in stock. I might source items for an interior design project that will better reflect the overall design of the house, or to infuse a certain vibe into the updated space. I even use a few of them to consign items from clients who are downsizing, moving, or decluttering.
Shopping at local consignment shops offers many advantages. You’ll find items that are truly unique and can add special character to your living space. Unlike thrift stores where inventory is at the mercy of donations, consignment stores carefully curate their merchandise so the selection is more targeted and of a higher quality. Choosing to shop at a local consignment store supports small business owners and keeps dollars in our community. And lastly, these gems are available now which, in an era of supply chain issues and product shortages, means you can likely leave the store with your item in hand and avoid shipping costs!
While Santa Fe has an amazing array of unique, independent small businesses, the consignment shops are especially rich—with a wide range of products from many different regions, cultures, and time periods. They are a modern-day reflection of the diversity that came with Santa Fe being a trading hub at the end of the El Camino Real, and they benefit from being located in a town that values hand-crafts and the arts.
The next time you’re in the market for some new furniture or decor in the Santa Fe area, I encourage you to visit a few of the following businesses and experience the thrill of discovery for yourself!
1728 Camino Carlos Rey
Just north of Cerrillos on Camino Carlos Rey, Consignment Warehouse is a reliable go-to for contemporary pieces and unique modern styles. Each time I visit, I find something cool. It’s housed in a gray, metal-sided building with a distinguished and modern red sculpture out front. They have a clear commitment to our community, having kindly donated furniture in the past for the transitional housing projects I help organize for a local non-profit. You can get a great sense of their space (and how to approach it from space) from this video.
1368 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Despite being housed in a huge building, you might miss Congeries as you drive down Cerrillos. The vast industrial-sized building is just across from the Santa Fe Indian School but once you walk in, you’re transported to a wonderland of furnishings, artwork, rugs—you name it. The styles include industrial, bohemian, Santa Fe, and traditional. Congeries has also been a great support to those in need by providing donated items for the Esperanza Shelter.
THE COLLECTIVE SANTA FE
530 S Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
The Collective Santa Fe is located in the Railyard — an area that has developed into one of Santa Fe’s most exciting retail districts in the past decade. This store is phenomenal, with 15,000 square feet of retail space, and some of the best curated furniture selections you’ll find locally, all intermixed with a broad selection of rugs, art, and hand-crafted decor. They also offer options to customize furniture with a diverse array of upholstery fabrics displayed on site.
2701 Cerrillos Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505
On an unassuming stretch of Cerrillos, you’ll find what I think of as the godfather of Santa Fe consignment shops. Stephen’s Consignment has been around for ages and their collection has broad appeal. Art, jewelry, furniture, and décor cover styles that range from mid-century modern to timeless. They also offer appraisal services for individual items, or whole estates. For those especially interested in collectibles, Stephen’s Consignment is not to be missed.
1225 Cerrillos Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505
You can’t miss The Raven. A large deep red building (actually, two buildings I think) with a glossy black bird on the side, it’s right there on Cerrillos near Baca. This place has the best window dressing in Santa Fe. Each month it changes and you never know what great pieces will be on display. They have everything from tiny curios to giant roadside signs. Look for unique antiques that include lighting options, fascinating Art Deco pieces, vintage craft styles, and Americana décor. They even have outdoor collections.
811 Cerrillos Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505
Just south of the Whole Foods on Cerrillos, there’s a small shop called Sal Hamdy Antiques. Sal carries the best antiques in European, Spanish, and Asian-inspired designs. You’ll find mid-century modern, unique decorative accessories, art, and even some serious bling for the home. This place always has those unique pieces that fit perfectly into our fabulous Santa Fe nichos. And while you’re there, hop on over to the adjacent Consignment Boutique at 801 where you’ll uncover more home decor items mixed in among a great range of apparel in both Southwestern and Boho styles.
SANTA FE FINE CONSIGN
851 W San Mateo Blvd, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Between Midtown Bistro (yum) and Chocolate Maven (double-yum), the simply named Santa Fe Consign houses a huge, ever-evolving collection of furniture. The store is always worth exploring after enjoying some great food next door. Inside you’ll find collector’s items, antiques, and plenty of pieces with traditional styles.