Independence has 6 verified card shops in the LocalCardShopsNearMe directory. The best-rated, A1 Trading, holds a 4.9 rating across 103 Google reviews. These are the shops local collectors use for sports cards, Pokemon, Magic and Yu-Gi-Oh, sealed wax, graded singles, and group breaks.
This guide ranks the highest-rated card shops in Independence by verified Google review score and explains what each one offers. For the complete, filterable list of every card shop in Independence — with addresses, hours, and services — see the Independence card shop directory.
Top-rated card shops in Independence
These are the highest-rated card shops in Independence, ranked by verified Google review score. Ratings reflect data at the time of writing — tap any shop for current details, hours, and directions.
A1 Trading
103 verified reviews at a 4.9 rating. This location on East 23rd Street South carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
Build Up! Import Hobby
A 4.8 rating across 177 verified Google reviews. This location on Rte 291 carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
Gamers Getaway KC
A 4.8 rating across 98 verified Google reviews. This location on US-40 carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
Game Cafe
850 verified reviews at a 4.7 rating. This location on West Lexington Avenue carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
Old School Collectibles LLC
A 4.7 rating across 198 verified Google reviews. This shop on East US Highway 40 carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
How to choose a card shop in Independence
With 6 shops in Independence, it pays to match the store to what you collect. Chasing singles for a set or a player run? Look for a shop with a deep singles case rather than one built mainly around sealed product.
Ripping sealed wax or joining group breaks is a different trip — check a shop's listing for current-year boxes and whether it runs live or recorded breaks. If you are selling cards or a whole collection, look for the shops tagged for buying and selling, and bring your cards sleeved so they can make a fair offer.
For grading, you do not have to open a PSA, BGS, or SGC account yourself. Many Independence shops are authorized grading drop-off centers that bundle submissions and handle the shipping — ask about turnaround and pricing before you go.
Card shows and events near Independence
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See all 6 shops: this guide covers the highest-rated stores. For the complete, filterable directory of card shops in Independence — with addresses, hours, and services for every shop — visit the Independence card shop directory.
Frequently asked questions
How many card shops are in Independence?
Independence has 6 verified card shops listed in the LocalCardShopsNearMe directory. This guide highlights the highest-rated. The full list with addresses, hours, and services is on the Independence directory page.
What is the best-rated card shop in Independence?
A1 Trading is among the highest-rated card shops in Independence, holding a 4.9-star rating across 103 verified Google reviews. The other shops in this guide also rank among Independence's best by review score — compare them in the list above.
Where can I get cards graded (PSA, BGS, SGC) in Independence?
Many Independence card shops act as grading drop-off centers, bundling PSA, BGS, and SGC submissions and handling shipping so you do not need your own account. Look for the grading tag on the shop listings, and call ahead for current turnaround times and pricing.
What do card shops in Independence buy?
Most Independence shops buy singles, sealed wax, vintage cardboard, graded slabs, and whole collections — across sports cards, Pokemon, Magic, and Yu-Gi-Oh. Look for listings tagged for buying and selling, and bring your cards in protective sleeves for the best offer.