Visitors consistently praise the handful of stalls that do offer genuine finds: several reviewers such as Оксана Курскиева and a reviewer calling themselves 'Тайные покупатель 2025' say there are many interesting items at reasonable prices and that you can occasionally pick up amber or exclusive pieces. A few shoppers also note the convenience of a small nearby parking area (Алексей).
At the same time, a recurring theme in reviews is scarcity of sellers and erratic opening times. Multiple visitors report only a few vendors on site — Сергей Б., Мальчиш Плохиш and others describe a 'крайне ничтожный' selection and short weekend hours. One reviewer explicitly reports the market operates '10:00–13:00' on Saturdays and Sundays, which several people say makes timing critical.
Several reviewers warn that the market has quality problems: Елена Д. and others call out 'куча китайской подделки' presented as vintage, and Николай Семенов angrily demands the market be returned to its old location near the Wrangel Tower, calling the current site bleak, dirty after rain and hard to find. Muhobloh and Elena Chernoshtan both comment on difficult access and an uncomfortable approach for visitors not familiar with the Selma area; one review gives a practical route from Светлогорск — exit at the 'Генерала Челнокова' stop and walk about 200 m.
Practical tip from reviews: arrive early on a weekend, bring cash, inspect items closely for authenticity, and be prepared for mud or puddles after rain. If you are a casual tourist short on time, reviewers suggest prioritizing central Kaliningrad sights and visiting the flea market only if you are specifically hunting antiques or amber.