Northside Collectibles Inc (4.8 )

Independent collector notes and community insights below.

Northside Collectibles Inc

🏆 About

Sports Hobby Shop | Sports Breaks | Grading Service | Consignment

💬 Collector Notes

Independent editorial assessment

If you’re looking to rip wax or move slabs, this place stays a step ahead with solid trade-in values and rapid grading sub coordination—ask for Joe, he’ll shoot straight on realistic comps. Known locally for big pulls, including several downtown inserts and even a 1/1 Mac Jones, they’re not shy about showcasing heat from live breaks. They don’t buy cards on weekends, so don’t waste a trip if you’re sitting on bulk looking to cash out. Pro Tip: Hit them mid-week during restock hours—Tuesday afternoons—to catch fresh wax before breakers clean it out.

Who this shop is (and isn’t) for

Best For

  • Slabbed card buyers
  • Sealed wax buyers
  • Hobby box and graded card buyers

Not Ideal For

  • Looking for deep singles inventory
  • Seeking in-store play environments

⭐ Review Summary

Northside Collectibles Inc runs as a ripping-focused shop with a steady flow of wax and in-store breaks, making it a known stop for collectors chasing hits and trading fresh pulls. The shop has earned a rep for fair comping on raw and slabbed cards, drawing regulars who are serious about grading and flipping.

Google Reviews Rating: 4.8
Total Reviews: (119)

📍 Location & Contact

  • Address: 1722 E Riverside Blvd
  • Phone : (815) 904-6093

⏰ Store Hours

  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 11 AM-7 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM-7 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM-7 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM-7 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM-7 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM-7 PM

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