Rocket Reuse

Rocket Reuse We are a family-owned shop with a delightful selection of used books, vinyl, vintage clothing, CDs, and DVDs. Now located at 1424 Park St in Alameda, CA.

WE PAY CASH FOR:

USED BOOKS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION
- High-interest Fiction and Non-Fiction
- Current books from the last few years
- Popular YA and Graphic Novels
- Children's Picture Books & Board Books
- Philosophy, Mysticism, Fashion, Music Bios, World History, WW2 History

VINYL RECORDS (LPs & 45s)
- Rock, Metal, Punk, Jazz, Soul, R&B, Blues, Disco, Country, Folk, Reggae, World, Electro

nic, and Hip-Hop (No Classical, Opera, or Showtunes, and no 78s)

VINTAGE CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES (Men's and Women's)
- Preference for season appropriate pieces from the 1980s and earlier
- This includes vintage hats, scarves, jewelry, purses, and ties

CDS & CASSETTE TAPES
- Rock, Metal, Punk, Jazz, Soul, R&B, Blues, Disco, Country, Folk, Reggae, World, Electronic, and Hip-Hop (No Classical, Opera, or Showtunes)
- Must have original packaging and CDs must be free of scratches

DVDs & BLU-RAYS
- Classics, cult films, Criterion Collection, and less common titles preferred
- Must have original packaging and no scratches on discs

VIDEO GAMES, BOARD GAMES & PUZZLES
- Must be complete and in Excellent Condition

We Pay Competitively For the Best Stuff! We have a drop-off system, so you are welcome to bring in your items anytime during our business hours - no appointment necessary! We will get back to you with a cash offer by the next day. In order to be considered for purchase, items must be clean and in excellent condition. Clothes are preferred folded in a bag vs on hangers. Please call ahead if you have more than 4 bags/boxes. Not sure if we'd be interested? Before lugging it in, email us at [email protected] with a description and/or photos of your items and we will let you know. We also gratefully accept donations of all salable merchandise and are happy to do local porch pickups. We do not have an outlet for things that we cannot sell, however, so if you have a large donation, please email Eric & Katherine first to make sure it's a good fit: [email protected]

Thank you for your continued support!

The latest installment of I can't believe I'm selling this: vinyl edition πŸ˜† I was verrrrry tempted to keep all of these ...
08/22/2026

The latest installment of I can't believe I'm selling this: vinyl edition πŸ˜†

I was verrrrry tempted to keep all of these records, but I'm feeling like sharing... so they are all out for the weekend!

Check out the fabric matching on the pocket of this 90s does 40s silk Avanti aloha shirt. It's phenomenal!!Size Lg, Ches...
08/20/2026

Check out the fabric matching on the pocket of this 90s does 40s silk Avanti aloha shirt. It's phenomenal!!

Size Lg, Chest=48, Excellent condition
Available now in-store and via DM

Obsessed with this 1980s Zeta Zukki of Italy lime green cotton robe! Versatile sizing and styling πŸ’š Paired here with a p...
08/20/2026

Obsessed with this 1980s Zeta Zukki of Italy lime green cotton robe! Versatile sizing and styling πŸ’š Paired here with a pair of perfectly worn Calvin Klein button-fly jeans from 1990. Don't miss out on these!

Scooter wear πŸ›΅ + work wearπŸ”§drop!Biker wear coming next 🏍
08/20/2026

Scooter wear πŸ›΅ + work wearπŸ”§drop!

Biker wear coming next 🏍

CASSETTES ARE BACK!
08/19/2026

CASSETTES ARE BACK!

I πŸ’šπŸ’™β€οΈ bold, unapologetic fashion. And I love bright plaid high-waisted trousers! Check out the triple button closure on...
08/18/2026

I πŸ’šπŸ’™β€οΈ bold, unapologetic fashion. And I love bright plaid high-waisted trousers! Check out the triple button closure on these puppies, and the darling sparrow stitching on this 70s does 40s blouse!! 🐦 Both available now in store and via DM.

We've got a really exciting announcement! For Bookstore Romance Day today we are celebrating local romance fiction write...
08/15/2026

We've got a really exciting announcement! For Bookstore Romance Day today we are celebrating local romance fiction writer, Michelene Esposito Michelene Esposito and will be carrying a few signed copies of her new novel, Mermaid!

Mermaid is set right here in Alameda! The heroine is an Alameda librarian, the hero is an Alameda firefighter, and local spots like Ole's Waffle Shop make appearances throughout the story.

Read more about Michelene and Mermaid here:
https://www.micheleneesposito.com/books/
and be sure to snag a signed copy at the shop!

Why are there googly eyes on this dress? πŸ‘€ Because it's an elephant!! 🐘 I love anything with a sense of humor, and this ...
08/15/2026

Why are there googly eyes on this dress? πŸ‘€

Because it's an elephant!! 🐘

I love anything with a sense of humor, and this calico cutie delivers! Best for a size XS-SM and available now in store and via DM 😍

Check out the stunning, bold floral print cuties that just came in! Get them while they're hot πŸ”₯
08/13/2026

Check out the stunning, bold floral print cuties that just came in! Get them while they're hot πŸ”₯

08/08/2026

Call for bags! We would love to reuse your paper bags. If you have a stack piling up, bring them on down next time you're in the neighborhood. *Must be clean and have handles. Thank you for 6 solid years of not buying bags!

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Address

1424 Park Street
Alameda, CA
94501

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

Telephone

+15103370750

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