California is one of the biggest yard sale states in the country. The mild coastal climate means a long season, and the state’s large, diverse population means there’s a garage sale happening almost every weekend. From the Los Angeles metro to San Diego, Orange County, and the Inland Empire, Thrifty Yard’s interactive map covers Los Angeles, San Diego, Anaheim, Long Beach, Riverside, Palm Springs, and other California communities.
The Los Angeles metro area has one of the most active yard sale scenes in the country. LA’s many neighbourhoods — from the Westside to the Valley and the historic districts near downtown — host regular weekend garage sales. Long Beach and the surrounding Gateway Cities have a strong second-hand culture, and the region’s dense population means you can visit many sales in a single morning. Estate sales and community sales are common throughout the year.
San Diego’s mild year-round climate makes it a fantastic yard sale city. Neighbourhoods from North Park and Hillcrest to the suburban communities inland host regular weekend garage sales. Orange County, including Anaheim and the surrounding communities, has an active second-hand market with family garage sales and community sales. The area’s warm weather means sales run nearly year-round, with a peak during the comfortable spring and fall.
Riverside and the Inland Empire have a growing yard sale scene driven by the area’s population growth and family communities. Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley have a unique yard sale culture, with seasonal residents and a strong vintage and mid-century modern second-hand market. The desert area’s peak season runs during the comfortable fall, winter, and spring months, making it a great winter treasure hunting destination.
Whether you’re in Los Angeles, San Diego, Anaheim, or a smaller California community, Thrifty Yard makes it easy to find and post yard sales. Your first listing is free, and each additional listing is $10. Use the interactive map to browse sales in your area, and the Route Planner to map out a morning of garage sale hunting across your city’s many neighbourhoods.
Los Angeles, San Diego, Anaheim, Long Beach, and Riverside all have active yard sale scenes. The Los Angeles metro and Orange County are especially busy. Use the Thrifty Yard map to browse active listings across California.
Use the Thrifty Yard interactive map and filter by your city. The map shows active yard sales and garage sales in your area with GPS directions to each location.
California’s mild climate means yard sale season runs nearly year-round, especially in the coastal areas. Peak activity is in the spring (March–May) and fall (September–November). Summer sales happen early in the morning in the inland and desert areas. Palm Springs peaks during the winter season.
Yes. Your first yard sale listing on Thrifty Yard is free, and each additional listing is $10. Your sale appears on the California yard sale map immediately so local shoppers can find you.