Gen-Z is Obsessed with this Treasure Trove in Glendale, Arizona

Arizona's Hot Spot: A Gen-Z Treasure Trove

If you've been thinking about cleaning out your garage, don't do anything hasty. All that so-called junk you've accumulated throughout the years might be worth something, at least to collectors in a new generation.

It turns out Gen-Z shoppers are crazy about all things vintage, and one family-owned shop in Glendale has become the latest hotspot for enthusiastic collectors.

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Gen-Z shoppers are buzzing about EJ’s Auction & Appraisal. You can find the family-owned shop at 5880 W Bell Road in Glendale or participate in one of their online auctions.

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Many people are downsizing these days, turning out closets and storage units. If you're looking at boxes of old vinyl or cassette tapes, concert tees, or retro electronics, don’t haul them off to the dump just yet.

According to the owners of EJ’s, young collectors are clamoring for these items.

EJ's holds weekly auctions online. Lately, they've noticed an uptick in Gen-Z enthusiasts who are attracted to the durability and craftsmanship of vintage items.

A lot of the popular items are:

• Old baseball caps
• Classic concert T-shirts
• Cameras
• Retro electronics
• Retro gaming consoles
• Old stereo systems and boom boxes
• Mid-century modern furniture
• Minimalist art
• Home décor
• A wide array of pop culture memorabilia
• Cassettes and cassette players
• Vinyl records and record players
• Vintage clothing

While Gen Z is attracted to the quality and craftsmanship of vintage products, they get really fired up about the joy of the hunt. Finding a great, unique item for an incredible price is part of the thrill.

Sources: EJ's Auction and Appraisal | Google Maps Street View | Invaluable