โ Flea Market / Trash & Treasure Australia
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Flea Market / Trash & Treasure Melbourne
Australia
2 Markets ยท Australia
Flea Market / Trash & Treasure
๐ Melbourne's 'flea market' or 'Trash & Treasure' scene is a goldmine for resellers, offering a diverse array of pre-loved goods. The iconic Camberwell Sunday Market is a must-visit, boasting around 370 stalls with everything from vintage fashion and antiques to collectibles and homewares, often yielding designer clothes for a steal if you arrive early. Meanwhile, the Chapel Street Bazaar in Prahran is a treasure trove for vintage and rare finds, packed with retro clothing, unique ornaments, records, and antique furniture, though prices can be higher here. Beyond these, markets like Coburg Trash and Treasure offer a grittier, old-school rummaging experience, perfect for discovering bric-a-brac and second-hand oddities. An insider tip: many vendors at traditional outdoor markets prefer cash,
2 markets
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Camberwell Sunday Market
๐ Melbourne
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Address
Market Pl, Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia
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Open
Every Sunday, 7:00am - 12:30pm
An iconic Melbourne institution since 1976, this massive market features over 370 stalls selling pre-loved, vintage, and antique goods. It's a true car-boot style market where you can find genuine treasures directly from locals.
๐ฐ What to buy here
Vintage Clothing (70s-90s)
Buy10-40 AUD
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Sell online50-150 AUD on Facebook Marketplace or Depop
Look for unique Australian brands and quality fabrics. Check seams and underarms for wear.
Antique Homewares & Bric-a-Brac
Buy5-25 AUD
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Sell online30-80 AUD on Gumtree
Seek out complete sets of glassware or unique ceramic pieces. Minor chips can drastically reduce value.
Vinyl Records
Buy5-20 AUD
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Sell online30-100 AUD on eBay for Australian pressings
Check for scratches. Australian rock and pop pressings from the 70s and 80s are highly sought after.
Retro Film & Digital Cameras
Buy20-60 AUD
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Sell online80-250 AUD on eBay Australia
Even non-working vintage cameras can sell for parts. Check for clean lenses and battery compartments.
Tip:Arrive before 8am for the best items, especially furniture and quality vintage clothing, as dealers and serious collectors sweep through early. Many vendors start packing up around 11:30am.
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Chapel Street Bazaar
๐ Melbourne
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Address
217 Chapel St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
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Open
Daily, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Not a market, but a massive permanent indoor collection of dozens of vintage and antique stalls. It's a treasure trove of kitsch, retro, and antique items from different eras, open every day.
๐ฐ What to buy here
Retro Video Games & Toys
Buy15-40 AUD
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Sell online50-150 AUD on eBay
Look for boxed Nintendo (NES, SNES, N64) or Sega games. 80s and 90s toys like Star Wars or Transformers are also valuable.
Mid-Century Lighting & Decor
Buy40-100 AUD
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Sell online150-400 AUD on Facebook Marketplace
Look for unique lamps, mirrors, and decorative objects from the 50s-70s. Check that wiring is intact.
High-End Vintage Fashion
Buy50-150 AUD
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Sell online150-500 AUD on Vestiaire Collective or The RealReal
This is where you might find designer vintage. Look for labels like Prue Acton, Carla Zampatti, or international luxury brands.
Tip:Items are priced for retail, so bargains are harder to find. However, new stock arrives daily. Visit on a weekday morning and do a full circuit to spot newly added, potentially underpriced items.
Know what to grab before you go
These categories hide the most undervalued finds at flea markets. Learn what drives their prices โ or just scan the item at the stall and get the answer in seconds.