Used Book Superstore

Category:	Used Book Store
Address:	256 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA 01803, USA
Phone:	+1 781-272-6650
Site:	usedbooksuperstore.com
Rating:	4.4
Working:	10AM–8PM 10AM–8PM 10AM–8PM 10AM–8PM 10AM–8PM 10AM–8PM 10AM–6PM

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Reviews 28

A Private User

I have been going here since it opened since its right down the street from my house. In the beginning it was wonderful, the books were all priced very reasonably just like in the listing above: $1.99 paperback & $2.99 hardcovers. A few months ago (maybe more) they decided to change the pricing structure. Now all the books are individually priced and the prices are quite outrageous. I was there today and I was finding that most trade paperbacks are ~$5 or more. I was looking at one that was $6.79! Used. The book was 10.99 new. While the price change has kept me away, the store is quite organized and the books are all in really good condition. Unlike some used book stores where everything is in a pile, the books are broken up into sections and well categorized. I am usually looking for fine art books and have found a couple of jems when the price was right but I didnt see anything of interest today that was less than $5. Thats just not what Im looking for in a USED book store.

A Private User

I am a bookstore junkie and this one is actually pretty fantastic! They have a ton of used books and you can find great deals on new releases or older titles. I dont know anything about weight calculations for cost, each book has a sticker on the back stating the price, anywhere from $1.99 up. The staff is a split bunch - many are super helpful and upbeat, while some others..arent. They have a great selection of kids books, dvds and toys. In particular, if youre looking for rainy day fun, check out the sticker dress up dolls or the sticker facebooks. They were great and kept the kids quiet & entertained for hours during a long car ride. Literally...hours. I have been able to find great stuff, not necessarily what I went in looking for, but always leave satisfied!

Shay D

They do have individually priced books (which really kind of stinks when theres one you want thats overpriced!) but they often have sales on specific sticker colors and coupons as well. The selection is a little hit or miss if youre looking for something specific. You can always ask them to look up if they have certain authors! Its very well organized, so its easy to find things as well. Yes, Barnes and Noble will have about 70 books on the one topic you may be looking for, but theyre all probably double (or triple) the price at this place. Id say its always worth a stop in. :)

France Le

This place sells a lot of used books and surprisingly, new books too. Its more like a treasure trove of books, but dont expect to find everything you are looking for. They have a large selection of fiction, but I find it slightly lacking on the variety of nonfiction books. I come here every time Im in the area. The best part about this place is that they always have deals on books, and the staff are quite courteous as well.

Mr Dave

This is such a cool store. Old A&P grocery store building houses books, DVDs and info galore. Funky seating adds charm. If this place had a coffee shop/sandwich shop inside...Itd be my joint. Selling used books is hard. Need a 25% buy back within 2 weeks and 50% buy back if you purchase more books. Coffee/sandwiches, storytime, education classes etc....Make it the place to chill out.

A Private User

The selection of used books is okay, nothing to write home about. Their pricing policy was a bit misleading, the price of the books we were interested in was calculated by weight instead of by set price, which we didnt discover until checkout time. Also, the staff was very abrupt and not very welcoming when we had questions. There are many better places to shop for used books.

Umbregamer

You want a new to you book? This is your place! Books as far as the eye can see! Theres some DVDs for sale as well. If youre lucky, they may just have a brand new book hidden somewhere! I got a bunch of books from here, all brand new, some Wings of Fire books that had me hooked! Best book shopping venue for budgeting people!

Tracy LeBlanc

I LOVE this place. Huge selection of books. Built my DVD collection from this store. Buy your text books here too! Beyond affordable. Inventory always fresh. Donate or trade your own books/movies/games for cash or credit. Manga/comics too. You can get 10 books here for the price of a new book. Bring the kids - encourage them to read!

Ian Conley

Fantastic selection and incredibly friendly staff. The prices arent as thrift store low as youd expect, but frankly thats a good thing; you get what you pay for in quality and convenience of selection. An added bonus is the huge kids selection. Ill be visiting regularly in lieu of the overpriced big box book store.

Yan Tran

Its got that old book smell... like the basement of the public library. However, the selection is great and so are the prices. Just dont expect to find a particular movie. Kids books are organized roughly by category, so pecking around will be required.

Leah Emerson

Some great titles and friendly staff make one of the better stocked used bookstores in New England worth a repeat visit. Im glad to have stumbled upon it when looking to have dinner at Ritu ki Rasoi in Burlington (also excellent).

Lee Francis

Its got new and old stuff, they dont give you much for trade ins and what you bring in has to be printed within the last 3 years, odd policy but its the best place weve found around here so far.

Tejas Borse

Great selection of books at very cheap prices. They are constantly getting new used books so its great to visit from time to time because you may never know what you might find!

Mike Pearlman

Good selection. I was there for used CDs. There were many there, but mostly junk. Pricing is based on the day off the week. Some of the fiction books were not that cheap.

Sharon C

As a preschool teacher I am always looking for books to enhance a topic or expand the horizons of the children in my class. I dont know what Id do without U B S.

Mustafa Tell

Amazing place and great staff. I wish I had more time to spend there. Also, I was there without my kids. The kids would have had a great time there too.

Alex Gustafson

Lots of used books and OK prices. Random sales are good, but can make you feel unlucky if youre there on an off-day. Organization is a bit lack-luster.

David Fallon

What an unexpectedly great find! The selection of books is amazing, and there are dvds, magazines and other things all at very good prices.

Claire Pollak

Large selection. If you take books to sell, they only take current books (currently quoted at 2014 copyright or later).

Kooky Assignments

Got loads of good books. They have a decent selection of bestsellers, so check here first. Very quaint store.

Scott Morris

Tons of books here. I was really surprised by the selection and found 3 books on my wifes reading list.

Michael Pukmel

Great place, lots of good stuff. I shop there often, like the record and CD sections the best.

Coolbaugh Family

Great selection and great prices for used books, many in great or near new condition.