8 Things Frugal People Should Buy From Dollar Tree Now Before Fall

On a tight budget this fall? Dollar Tree has frugal shoppers covered with inexpensive essentials, like cleaning supplies, cold and flu medication, fall décor and so much more at prices designed to help you save money. And if you were wondering just how much you’re saving, a quick tally of the eight recommendations on this list only sets shoppers back $11.25.

These eight fall items could sell out soon, so don’t wait for your chance to buy them at Dollar Tree.

• Price: $1.50

It’s unlikely any other retailer will beat out Dollar Tree’s ladies’ knit hat as this season’s cheapest fall and winter accessory. 

Available in gray, black and white, these cozy hats are perfect to wear during a fall cold snap and throughout the winter months. 

• Price: $1.50

Deep clean your kitchen and bathroom with Scrub Buddies nail guard sponges. 

Each package includes six durable sponges in a hand shape to help protect nails while getting in a sparkling clean. You’re only paying 25 cents per sponge which is a terrific value for frugal shoppers.

• Price: $1.50

Power House’s foaming dishwash spray is beloved among Dollar Tree shoppers. 

Many have left five-star reviews detailing how well it works on the toughest stains and have compared it to Dawn as an inexpensive dupe. If you see it for sale at your local Dollar Tree, don’t hesitate to add a bottle (or two) to your cart.

• Price: $1.25

If the price of name-brand OTC medications is out of pocket this fall, don’t hesitate to buy Ready In Case’s nighttime cold and flu relief medication. 

Remember: Generic medication is safe to purchase since it is required to meet certain guidelines like being FDA regulated. This cough syrup has received sterling reviews from Dollar Tree shoppers for being cheaper and more effective than name brands in relieving coughs and colds.

• Price: $1.25

Soothe sore throats without overspending when you shop for Freegells cherry-flavored cough drops.

While it won’t surprise you to learn these 30-count cough drops are cheaper than name brands, they’re also cheaper than some generic brand offerings at drugstores. A 30-count bag of Walgreens brand cherry cough drops costs $2.49, or double the Dollar Tree price. 

• Price: $1.25

Keep hands clean and germs at bay throughout the fall and winter months with SpaSoap’s hand soap. This 32-ounce bottle allows you to refill any existing soap bottles in your home and is a major bargain for the price.

• Price: $1.50

These festive plush pumpkins come with a beaded tassel and tag, making them look much more expensive than $1.50 each. Choose your favorite design to display on bookshelves, mantles or as dining room table centerpieces. 

• Price: $1.50

Save money decorating your home this Halloween when you shop for these hanging ghosts. 

Each ghost measures at 36 inches. Dollar Tree shoppers say they’re worth the money thanks to the ghost’s size and how well they’re made. And if you need to buy more than one, which you probably will, the price is cheap enough not to scare your bank account.

Editor’s note: Prices and availability are accurate as of Aug. 21, 2025, and are subject to change.