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Recycling drop-off center

Arlington Reuse & Recycle Center

33 Ryder St, Arlington, MA 02474

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We link to where each detail came from. Hours, fees and rules can change, so check with the place before you make the trip.

Plan your visit

Operator
Town of Arlington Department of Public Works
Hours
By appointment (weekday times added weekly; weekend drop-offs monthly)
Appointments
Required
Visit fees
Not listed. Ask about fees before you go.
Who can use it
Residents of Arlington only. Businesses: not accepted.

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What it accepts

Items we’ve recorded so far. The operator accepts other materials too; see its own list for everything else.

Televisions

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for televisions
TV or computer monitor$20.00 each
  • Arlington residents only, by appointment; cash or check for fees.

Computers

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for computers
Laptop$5.00 each
Computer monitor$20.00 each
  • Arlington residents only, by appointment; cash or check for fees.

Other electronics

AcceptedFree (documented)
  • Arlington residents only, by appointment; cash or check for fees.

Mattresses

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for mattresses
Mattress$55.00 each
  • Arlington residents only, by appointment; cash or check for fees.

Box springs

AcceptedFees apply
Fees for box springs
Box spring$55.00 each
  • Arlington residents only, by appointment; cash or check for fees.

Scrap metal

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

  • Arlington residents only, by appointment; cash or check for fees.

Batteries

Accepted with conditionsCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

  • Arlington residents only, by appointment; cash or check for fees.
  • All batteries except alkaline, which go in the trash.

Cardboard

AcceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

  • Arlington residents only, by appointment; cash or check for fees.
  • Preparation: Flatten.

Refrigerators and freezers

Not acceptedCost unknown

Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Town of Arlington Facility Directory: Reuse & Recycling Center (opens in new tab) · Town of Arlington
    • The Reuse & Recycling Center is at 33 Ryder St, Arlington, MA 02474. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Town of Arlington DPW: Reuse & Recycle Center (opens in new tab) · Town of Arlington Department of Public Works
    • The Reuse & Recycle Center at 33 Ryder Street is by appointment for Arlington residents only; weekday times are added a week or two ahead and weekend drop-offs are monthly. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Most things are free; accepted items include electronic waste (some fees), scrap metal, batteries other than alkaline, and flattened cardboard. Fees are cash or check only. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Flattened cardboard is accepted at the Reuse & Recycle Center. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Mattresses and box springs are dropped off for recycling at $55 per piece, crib to king; Tough Stuff Recycling curbside collection is the same price. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • TVs and computer monitors are $20 each and laptops $5 each; all other electronic waste is free. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Free e-waste includes stereo equipment, printers, phones and tablets, cords, hard drives, keyboards and small appliances such as toasters and coffee makers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Appliances (microwaves, ACs, fridges, washers and dryers) are not taken at the drop-off; they are collected at the curb only for $32 each through WM. Checked October 26, 2026.

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