Sell Your Books In-Store
Our used book buying counters are open with limited hours at three of our Portland-area locations. Customers are invited to bring gently used books for resale. When selling your used books in-store, we offer payment via store credit only (no cash or PayPal).
In-Store Buying Hours
Fri, Sat, Sun only: 10am – 5pm
Enter at 11th and Couch
Fri, Sat, Sun only: 10am – 5pm
Powell's Books at Cedar Hills Crossing
Fri, Sat, Sun only: 10am – 5pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What payout methods are available at the in-store buying counters?
Store credit (on a gift card) is the only payout method available at this time.
Is there a limit on how many books I can bring?
We currently do not have a limit on the number of books or boxes customers can bring. Wait times may vary by location.
Do I need an appointment before I arrive?
Our used book buying counters are first come, first served. No appointments necessary.
Are there specific genres of books that you buy back during the year?
We buy for all of our sections, and for all of our stores, at each of our buying counters. What we buy on any given day changes based on our current inventory, sales trends, and (of course) what our customers bring to the table. A good rule of thumb is that the books you want most are the books we want most – after all, you’re our customer.
What else should I know before selling my books?
-A current government-issued photo ID is required.
-With few exceptions, we only buy books in that are in good condition.
-We do not buy outdated textbooks or old encyclopedia sets.
-If you're planning on bringing in several boxes, please arrive at least one hour before our buying tables close.
-For collections of 1,000 books or more, please email [email protected] for details.
-In-store buying decisions and offers may differ from online bids.
-Additional questions can be directed via email to [email protected].