<p>is there anywhere within walking distance of campus like a thrift store where I can pick up the basics (pots, pans, desk lamp) for cheap? used is best, since I'm only staying for the summer and will have to donate them when I finish.</p>
<p>thanks!</p>
<p>There’s a Salvation Army store just north of campus on Mass Ave. I’ve only been in it briefly, but it’s fairly large, and I think they have more than just clothes.</p>
<p>that sounds perfect; i found it on the map. thanks!</p>
<p>another one is my fav thrift store called Urban Renewal. it’s not exactly near to MIT. It’s on commonwealth avenue, just right nearby to Boston University. I shop there often. 
It consists mostly of clothing, but there are some of other items.</p>
<p>I know for a fact that they have kitchen stuff in addition to clothes at the Salvation Army store, because I just left a bunch of kitchen stuff there. =) Generally their collection is mostly clothing, but yes, they sell lots of things.</p>