The saying, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” isn’t just a saying for nothing. It’s because it’s true — quite literally! Sometimes something just might not be right for someone at a point in their lives, but it can be perfect for you. It’s all about that beautiful combination of luck and timing.
We recently rounded up 50 of the best things that people have found in the trash. If you look closely enough, you never know what you might find. Check it out!
We’re not sure what’s better — the nostalgia of these once very valuable Beanie Babies, or the super sweet sign above them. “Free! To anyone who needs a friend right now,” it reads.
It can be hard to picture a piece of furniture in your apartment when you’re looking at it on the street. This turned out to actually be a really great piece though, so these people snatched it right up. As you can see, it’s a great addition!
“6 bed/4 bath… Cathedral ceilings… Victorian style… Close to the park. 8 inch ceilings so potential buyers must be under 1 ft tall.”
On the side it says, “Take what you need and give what you can.” This is truly so thoughtful and selfless. We need more people like this!
Check out this piece! Isn’t a steal? To beautiful to simply sit on the street alone, it belongs in a home.
We all know how great it feels to build a solid community within your neighborhood. One step to making that happening is helping others, and one way to help is to get people to register to vote. We love a house that fights for a cause!
When you see something on a stoop that you really want, sometimes you just have to take it… Even if it’s way too big or heavy, New Yorkers will always figure out how to make it happen, that’s for sure.
How rare of a combination is that? You definitely don’t see something as beautiful as this every day. And it looks like it’s in pristine shape.
Is this purple couch not the most majestic thing you have ever seen? It has a broken leg, but it shouldn’t be too hard to fix. We’re so curious to see how this will look in some lucky person’s home.
Not only is this a nice selfie with a fabulous table, but it also has a great message — destroy racism! “Stooping selfies continue! Gorgeous tiered coffee table at w 114 st, between Manhattan ave and Frederick Douglass.”
“Once you scoop this, you really should only answer to ‘your highness.’ It feels warranted. Corner of Hancock and Evergreen in Bushwick!”
We love it when we can see the pieces once they’re in someone’s home! This chair fits so well, we almost can’t believe it. Pure magic.
“I know it looks like it needs a little uptake but so worth it. Hasley Street between Nostrand and Bedford.” If you’re into antiques, this is a serious find!
14. Strong people only, please!
“We love this and we’re going to lift weights all day to be able to bring it home. Not really. Go get it.”
Unfortunately, someone tossed their turtle along with their turtle’s tank, but these kind people rescued it. “We don’t her name but this wonderful woman has officially rescued the turtle for the most important #stoopingsuccess we’ve ever posted.”
This dresser/table looks like it was left by Beetlejuice. We hope someone with a very eclectic home scooped it right up!
“Announcement: please sit down and A) acknowledge how amazing this #stoopingsuccess is, B) appreciate the #stoopjourney that got it home and C) realize everyone needs to find themselves friends as passionate as this about the Stoop Life.”
We’re not sure what happened with this artist but… All of their art was left on this corner? And it’s
amazing?! Now that is a serious steal for someone who is looking to jazz up their living space.
This woman was so lucky to have found this mirror. It looks like it fits in her home perfectly! We’re just wondering if it also came with the adorable cat.
Okay, this is like a 5-in-1 deal. We’ve got shelves, a table, chairs, a beautiful rug, and even free succulents on top of all of that. Whoever steals this is going to need a moving truck to get it back to their place!
Is it just us or does this look brand spankin’ new? Whoever got this… We hope they dressed it up real nice with their TV and maybe some mood lights!
“I think we all need to worship @nicvalley for the next 24 hrs. THIS IS SO LEGIT. Omg.”
This velvet blue couch is making our jaws drop. Its color is so rich and it looks so soft and… royal! We hope whoever snatched this feels like a king and/or queen!
This bench is all about that understated beauty. It’s sleek and chic. It would make a perfect piece in someone’s quaint home.
This would be a great piece to put somewhere by your front door. People can hang coats, umbrellas, and place their shoes on it. And it looks great!
“Again, some stoopers come from serious royalty. Maple St & Bedford Ave in Prospect Lefferts Gardens!”
It gets even more royal. Have you seen anything more beautiful than this rich, red, velvet couch? We’re going to go ahead and guess probably not. We’re stunned that this could just be found on the street!
You can’t say this isn’t a fascinating piece! You have to at least wonder. Where is the top half of this ostrich?!
29. Well, this is an exciting stoop
“Nerd alert! This stoop excites us! Soho giving us two great finds this morning! Both the chair and couch are gorgeous.”
This fabulous bar cart was put out on the sidewalk on a Thursday… What a great way to ring in the weekend! Cocktails definitely taste better with this thing.
31. Coolest thing we’ve ever seen
Is this one of those globes that opens up into a bar? It looks like it. And we sure hope so.
Stooper Review! “458 Central Ave. Originally From The 20s & Has Only Had 2 Previous Owners. In Great Condition!”
This person did a pretty amazing job with this fabulous throne they found on the street. They cleaned it up real nice and surrounded it with natural sunlight, art, and plants. What’s not to love about this fresh space?
It’s hard to believe these two chairs were ever out on the street because they are SO gorgeous. And the best part is that they fit in so seamlessly with the rest of the apartment! It’s so inspiring to see how people make it work.
“There is another community fridge up in the heights as well!” We love to see these people spreading community love!
This entire organ was up for sale. Imagine dragging this massive thing home! Definitely gives the term “organ donor” a whole new meaning.
This chair was just sitting around, waiting to lend a helping hand… See what we did there? No? Okay…
And brushes! This is such a serious steal, it could truly make someone’s day. This stuff ain’t cheap, that’s for sure!
39. Several beautiful finds
“In this episode of ‘things that make you question your own life decisions,’ let’s acknowledge our jealousy over @mattdelbridge’s apartment littered with #stoopingsuccess stories (lamp, mirror, coffee table, and big plant on the right). Ahhh sigh.”
Just by first glance, you can tell that this is a unique piece you won’t just find anywhere. It’s not your average IKEA drawer (not that there’s anything wrong with that). But it is certainly extra special!
Can you believe this beautiful table came off of a random stoop? We’re finding it hard to believe, but it’s true.
Not one couch… But two couches! And they are both beautiful! And no, they don’t come with the woman.
Okay, someone found this egg chair on the street — that is amazing! And combined with their floor-to-ceiling windows and many plants, it looks like a beautiful oasis.
We love a free art moment! It’s almost too good to be true! And this piece in particular is so stunning.
How lovely is this! A perfect little chair and table combo. They go perfectly together and would look great in a home.
“Martha Stewart couch is about to go out on 92nd between Columbus and Amsterdam. Not Martha’s Stewart’s couch, but rather A Martha Stewart couch. Just wanted to clear that up.”
This big shelf is so innovative with its design! We’re sure it would make any space feel extra special and unique.
“This room was finished off perfectly by adding the white dresser from a stoop of ours last week. Happy Pride Week!”
We know, we know… You’ve seen a lot of velvet couches today. But we can all agree that this ice blue color is perfect, right?
“A stoop selfie into a mirror dresser? Innovation. On wolcott st between Van Brunt and Conover.”
We’re convinced that one man’s trash truly is another man’s treasure, after seeing all of these amazing finds!
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The saying, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” isn’t just a saying for nothing. It’s because it’s true — quite literally! Sometimes something just might not be right for someone at a point in their lives, but it can be perfect for you. It’s all about that beautiful combination of luck and timing.
We recently rounded up 50 of the best things that people have found in the trash. If you look closely enough, you never know what you might find. Check it out!
