Last updated: 2026-08-21
City snapshot
Seattle, WA has 38 listed record stores. A few places to start with are Daybreak Records, Royal Records, and Silver Platters SoDo. These listings also branch into books, CDs, collectibles, and cassettes. The clearest genre signals in current store descriptions are jazz, rock, punk, and classical.
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Seattle, WA · 1.7 mi from city center
To sell your vinyl records, start by contacting us via email or phone to set up an appointment. We welcome both scheduled appointments and walk-ins at o...
Seattle, WA · 1.4 mi from city center
Do you buy records from all genres? We're always looking for more records from all genres and styles. There are, of course, some things we don't have as...
Seattle, WA · 4.2 mi from city center
Silver Platters SoDo in Seattle carries vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, DVDs, Blu-rays, books, and turntables. The store accepts used media for cash or s...
Seattle, WA · 2.4 mi from city center
Seattle Records is located on University Way in Seattle, carrying music across jazz, hip-hop, reggae, and rock genres. The store supports local Pacific...
Seattle, WA · 1.5 mi from city center
Fat Cat Records prices vinyl and CDs well below Seattle competitors and won't mark up classic titles. The Wallingford shop, eight months old, stocks hun...
Seattle, WA · 3.5 mi from city center
What genres of records do you carry? We have a few jazz and pop records. Overall, we mostly carry punk rock titles. Do you carry new or used records? Ou...
Seattle, WA · 5.8 mi from city center
Do you sell both new and used records? Yes, we have both used and new records for sale, including a robust Jazz and Pop section. Do you feature local ba...
Seattle, WA · 1.1 mi from city center
Jive Time Records has been Seattle's used vinyl shop for over a decade. The store is clean and well-organized, with staff who know their inventory. New...
Seattle, WA · 3.2 mi from city center
When can I sell my records to your store? We buy records 7 days a week from 11-6. What genres of records are you most interested in purchasing? We're es...
Seattle, WA · 1.3 mi from city center
What kinds of records do you buy? We definitely do buy records from individuals! We do not deal in 78s and generally do not make a habit of accepting an...
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38 mapped stores available.
Buyer and seller guide
Start with the listings that have complete contact details, a map location, and enough description to compare before you drive across town.
37 listings have buying, trade-in, collection, or strong contact signals. Call first and mention format, condition, and collection size.
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VinylPackman lists 40 record stores in Seattle, and all 40 are mapped for easy browsing. Of these, at least 16 stores likely buy records from the public. Google ratings are available for 36 of the listings, so you can compare shops before visiting. Confirm current hours and buying policies directly with each store.
Several Seattle shops hold a 4.9 Google rating, including Fat Cat Records (178 reviews), Royal Records (131 reviews), Hex Enduction Records & Books (91 reviews), and The Wise Owl Books and Music (49 reviews). Daybreak Records and Jive Time Records both hold 4.8 with 334 and 302 Google reviews respectively.
Generally, contact the store first to check what they buy, then bring in records in good condition for cash or store credit. For example, Daybreak Records asks you to email or call to set up an appointment, and also welcomes walk-ins. Sonic Boom Records buys records 7 days a week from 11-6. Confirm details before visiting.
Formats: used vinyl, CDs, cassettes, books, and new vinyl are common across Seattle shops. Genres: jazz, rock, punk, hip-hop, and electronic show up often. Silver Platters SoDo carries used vinyl, CDs, cassettes, and books, while Georgetown Records stocks used vinyl, new vinyl, and books with jazz, punk, soul, and rock.
Yes. Empire Roasters & Records combines coffee roasting with records in the Columbia City area and holds a 4.6 Google rating across 646 reviews. Porchlight Coffee & Records serves Herkimer Coffee alongside a music-focused space and holds a 4.5 rating across 245 Google reviews. Check hours directly, as they can differ from typical record shops.