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A second chance for treasures at Second Chance in Baltimore

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Real Estate Agent with Thompson Company, REALTORS® 240.593.2860 MD594797

What if I told you that the best treasures aren't buried in the Earth but found at Second Chance? As an old house and vintage lover, would it compel you to stop by this massive ReStore in Baltimore? Yes, your answer is yes :) 

I've been visiting Second Chance periodically for the last few years and have scored a few things or treasures there, from kitchen chairs to beautiful subway tile, from knick-knacks to a wooden door that came from an old mansion in North Carolina and was repurposed into a desk. I have also dropped off donations more than once and am delighted to know that my items found a new home instead of ending up in a landfill. 

They got a second chance, which is precisely the mission of this social enterprise. It provides second chances for old houses, Mother Earth, and people! They sell material salvaged from old buildings and are lessening the load on landfills by doing so. They also provide people encountering various employment obstacles with job training and opportunities. Second Chance in Baltimore is an awesome concept all around, and a great place to find some treasures! 

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Andrea Bedard
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Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Andre,

Great to get the word out about Second Chance in Baltimore! It sounds like it is an awesome concept all around, and a great place to find some treasures! 

Apr 02, 2025 04:15 PM
Andrea Bedard

Second chance is a wonderful concept. I am happy to support, and I am happy when I score a treasure. 

Apr 04, 2025 11:06 AM
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

I have to go to Baltimore this weekend - I should check out Second Chance.  It is a great charity. 

Apr 02, 2025 05:51 PM
Andrea Bedard

Isn't it the best concept? I love it! Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, and I went to their fundraiser, the Wrecker's Ball, one year. I think they stopped hosting these when Covid hit. We had such a blast! 

Apr 04, 2025 11:05 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

ReStore of Minot is one of our favorites Andrea Bedard . Every Friday (Date night) we hit our 3 favorite stores.

Apr 02, 2025 07:07 PM
Andrea Bedard

We have a few Restores as well, and I pop in regularly. That's a great place for a date night. I would love that - just need to find the right person to go with lol

Apr 04, 2025 11:04 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Andrea - I believe finding such places can enhance the feel of a community.   Obviously Second Chance in Baltimore has additional benefits.  

Apr 03, 2025 04:47 AM
Andrea Bedard

Yes! Second Chance is all about community! Their commitment to giving second chances is admirable. 

Apr 04, 2025 11:02 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Andrea... I love poking around in places like Second Change. Part of it is the "thrill of the hunt" as you never know what you might find that you can't live without.

Apr 03, 2025 05:03 AM
Andrea Bedard

There is always something that catches my eye, Nina Hollander, Broker! I have to say the subway tiles were a great find! So was that old door. That was during the pandemic, and I needed to create another study area for my child. Now, it's my craft corner.  

Apr 04, 2025 11:01 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

If I lived in the area, I'd definitely have to see what kinds of treasures were at Second Chance!

Apr 03, 2025 05:16 AM
Andrea Bedard

Kat Palmiotti, if you could see the amount of salvaged wood! Your hubby and you would love it, I bet!  

Apr 04, 2025 10:59 AM
Susan Mangigian
RE/MAX Preferred - West Chester, PA
Chester & Delaware County Homes, Delaware and Ches

I would love to visit this store!

Apr 03, 2025 12:41 PM
Andrea Bedard

There is always something to discover! It's huge! 

Apr 04, 2025 10:58 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Andrea Bedard 

I love what you wrote about Second Chance, and your short video hints at the abundant treasures that can be found. Time for me to revisit.

Apr 04, 2025 12:16 PM
Andrea Bedard

I'll go with you 😃

Apr 05, 2025 10:17 AM