Our Story

Pawn Central is proudly family-owned and operated by sisters Sarah and Tawnya Pearson. While Pawn Central opened its doors in March 2020, our roots in the pawn industry go back much further. We grew up in our family's pawn shops, learning the business from the ground up alongside our dad. From cleaning showcases as kids to running the business today, pawnbroking has always been part of who we are.

Opening a new business during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic wasn't easy, but it only strengthened our commitment to serving our community. Since day one, our mission has been simple: treat every customer with honesty, respect, and fairness while providing a clean, welcoming environment where people feel comfortable.

Whether you're looking for a great deal, need a fast collateral loan, or want to sell something you no longer use, our experienced team is here to help. We believe every customer deserves exceptional service and that a pawn shop should be built on relationships, not transactions.

Today, Pawn Central proudly serves the Portland community from our convenient Portland location, continuing our family's tradition of helping people with integrity, one customer at a time.