Selling second-hand furniture can be a great way to declutter your home, make some extra money, and contribute to a more sustainable economy.
Whether you’re downsizing, redecorating, or just looking to get rid of unused pieces, there are tons of selling options to explore.
In this blog post I’ll provide you with the very best places to sell your second-hand furniture so you can make some extra cash in no time!
Best Places to Sell Second Hand Furniture
Have a designer, unique or upmarket piece? You’ll want to read the speciality furniture section below!
1) Specialty Furniture Marketplaces
These platforms are specifically geared towards furniture, often attracting buyers looking for unique or high-quality pieces.
a) Chairish
Chairish specializes in high-end, vintage, and designer furniture.
It’s a curated marketplace designed for vintage and contemporary pieces and listing takes just 5 minutes!
Not only will Chairish will make your listings look professional, with whited-out main images, and updates to your titles and descriptions to give your item as much traction as possible, but they’ll also manage payment and shipping details.
It’s a pretty hassle free way of selling furniture online, and the beauty is, you still get to keep anywhere from 55-80% of your profit, depending on your selling plan.
Pros:
- Curated marketplace, high potential for profit, handles all shipping logistics seamlessly.
- Offers discounted shipping rates and special programs to minimize your effort, and risk.
- Millions of verified shoppers are exposed to your listings each month, so no time wasters.
- You control your pricing and any future markdowns.
- Available across all major states and cities in the US.
- Only 9,000 sellers on the platform, meaning there’s very little competition, but lots of buyers.
Average Seller Makes: Around $3,470 a month on the side according to Chairish.
Cons:
- Occasional high commission fees (up to 30%), selective approval process for listings.
Tips for Success:
Ensure your furniture is clean and well-photographed, and provide detailed, honest descriptions.
b) Vinterior
Vinterior is a sophisticated platform for selling pre-loved furniture.
This site is filled with covetable finds spanning lighting to large items of furniture.
Vinterior truly is the dream marketplace for eagle-eyed interior lovers.
Pros:
- Access to a market with over 500 million active high-end buyers every month.
- Available in both US and UK.
- Curation team will personally review your listing and help you make minor changes to sell faster if needed.
- Only 5,000 sellers on the platform, meaning there’s very little competition, but lots of qualified buyers.
- No listing fees or any other hidden fees.
- Payments made safely and securely through Stripe.
Average Seller Makes: Around $2,300 a month on the side according to Vinterior.
Cons:
- High commission fees (around 15-20%).
- Detailed listing requirements you need to follow.
c) AptDeco
AptDeco caters to major metropolitan areas and offers a hassle-free selling process.
This site is loved by thrifters, so they’ll take most items providing they’re in fairly good condition.
Listing only takes around 5-10 minutes!
Pros:
- Manages pickup and delivery, secure transactions, pricing assistance.
- They 99% guarantee a sale within 10 working days.
- Their expert team streamlines insurance certifications and facilitates professional pickup and delivery, so no need to wait for someone to pick it up.
- They touch up every listing, feature items in marketing and create curated shops for faster selling.
- Everything stays in their secure platform, meaning nobody else will have access to your address or payment information.
- Available across most major states and cities in the US, rural locations are often exempt due to pick-up issues.
Average Seller Makes: Around $2,180 a month on the side according to AptDeco.
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Cons:
- High commission fees (21-40%).
Tips for Success:
- Take high-quality photos.
- Price your items competitively.
- Highlight any unique features.
d) 1stdibs
1stdibs is an global online marketplace known for luxury and antique furniture, connecting sellers with affluent buyers.
It specializes in re-selling antique, vintage, modern, contemporary and unique furniture, jewelery and fashion pieces.
It has a trust rating of 4 on Trustpilot out of 2,000+ reviews, and is well regarded in the re-selling community.
It’s the go to destination for top interior designers around the world ‘seeking the most beautiful things on Earth’.
As to what sells well here?
Think Cartier, French Riviera pieces, timeless antiques, curved sofas, contemporary coffee centers, French table lamps, art deco statement pieces etc.
This is not your IKEA selling destination.
Pros:
- Access to a high-end market.
- Professional support.
- Fully secure payment.
- Offers customer service to help with pricing and listing questions.
Average Seller Makes: Around $5,500 a month on the side according to 1stDibs (but this is likely selling just one item).
Cons:
- High commission fees (around 15-20%).
- Stringent listing requirements.
- You have to apply to be a seller first.
Tips for Success:
- Provide professional-grade photos.
- Detailed information for items.
2) Online Marketplaces
Want a quick sale? Don’t have something super unique or up-market but know someone out there will want it?
Online marketplaces are your best bet!
a) IKEA Buy-Back Scheme
Have gently used second hand furniture from IKEA that you now want to sell?
IKEA will buy back those pieces at a fixed rate and re-sell them for you.
The beauty of this process is that they’re taking on all the risk, they buy from you first and then sell it at their own leisure in their own online and in-store centres.
To get started, simply fill out an online form to get a valuation quote on your gently used IKEA furniture.
Pros:
- Quick sell.
- Fast payment processing.
- No listing or selling fees.
- No need to wait for someone to buy it to make money.
Cons:
- They will only accept gently used IKEA furniture (and there’s no set definition on what they mean by this).
b) Etsy
Have something unique or upcycled to sell? Etsy is your go-to place.
The site focuses on craftsmanship, offering DIY pieces and artisan products from across the world.
Items generally sell quickly thanks to their 500 million active monthly user base.
Best-selling second hand furniture items include antique rugs, small decorative items and textiles.
Related: Best Things to Sell on Etsy To Make a Ton of Money ($5,000+ a Month!)
Pros:
- Global wide reach.
- You can also set your items to only be bought in your country if you don’t want the hassle of shipping internationally.
- Secure payment processing.
Cons:
- Heavy listing and selling fees (up to 25% of the order value).
- Potential shipping challenges for large items, you have to arrange all of this yourself.
- Small 4-7 day window to ship your items before Etsy considers it a ‘no-post’.
c) eBay
eBay offers a global audience and the option to auction your items or sell at a fixed price.
People can also buy your items straight away under the ‘buy it now’ option.
eBay is one of the most respected and well-trusted online marketplaces in the world, with over 135 million active users every single month.
Related: How to Make Serious Money Selling on eBay
Pros:
- Global wide reach.
- You can also set your items to only be bought nationwide too if you don’t want to pay international shipping fees.
- Auction or fixed-price formats.
- Secure payment processing, including Paypal option.
Cons:
- Heavy listing and selling fees (up to 15% of the order value).
- Potential shipping challenges for large items, you have to arrange all of this yourself.
Tips for Success:
- Use detailed listings with multiple photos.
- Set reasonable shipping costs (or include them in the price for a faster sale).
- Understand eBay’s fee structure to price your items accordingly.
d) Craigslist
Craigslist is one of the most established platforms for selling second-hand furniture.
Its localized approach makes it super easy to connect with buyers in your area, which can make selling something straightforward and quick.
Pros:
- No listing fees.
- Large local audience.
- Straightforward interface.
Cons:
- No built-in payment processing.
- Potential for scams and time-wasters.
- You’re also giving out your address or meeting these people face to face.
- People are often looking for bargains, so not a good place to sell if you want to maximise your profits.
- Only local people will likely be able to purchase your items.
Tips for Success:
- Use high-quality photos.
- Use detailed descriptions.
- Set a competitive price.
- Meet buyers in public places for safety.
e) Facebook Marketplace
Facebook Marketplace leverages the social network’s massive user base, making it easy to reach potential buyers.
Again, it works a bit like Craigslist.
Pros:
- Free to use.
- Integrated with Facebook profiles (adds a small element of trust).
- Easy to share listings.
- You can share listings on your timeline and encourage friends to share.
Cons:
- Limited to local sales unless shipping is arranged separately.
Tips for Success:
- Share your listings in local buy/sell groups.
- Respond promptly to inquiries.
- Use clear, appealing photos.
- Use Facebook Messenger for communication.
- Consider using Facebook Pay for secure transactions.
3) Local Consignment Shops
Consignment shops offer a blend of physical retail presence and online sales, providing a hands-off approach to selling second-hand furniture.
a) Local Furniture Consignment Stores
These stores typically handle the sale process from start to finish, including pricing, displaying, and selling your furniture.
The benefits include:
- Local reach: Attract buyers who prefer to see furniture in person before purchasing.
- Professional presentation: Consignment shops often stage furniture to enhance its appeal.
- Commission-based: Expect to share a percentage of the sale price, usually around 40% to 60%.
Places I Don’t Recommend Selling Second Hand Furniture
These places that are often listed on other sites have way too many negative reviews and user complaints for me to even consider recommending them.
Places to Avoid Include:
a) OfferUp
Offerup is a mobile selling app that has a 1 star rating on Trustpilot and the App Store.
Users frequently mention the app now being flooded with scammers, bots and time-wasters.
b) LetGo
Has recently been acquired by OfferUp, and now has the exact same problem.
c) Thrift Stores
Many thrift stores work on a charity or donation process so you won’t make any money out of it.
You might be eligible for tax dedication though if you keep the receipt, so it’s worth checking if you just want to get rid of something.
d) Vinted
Similar to Craigslist, but many users have mentioned how much of their time has been wasted by buyers who never showed up nor deposited any money.
e) Depop
Similar to Vinted, though known for selling clothes, Depop also accepts furniture.
They have the same issue as Vinted though – lots of time-wasters and money not being paid after an item sale.