Whether you’re in the middle of a huge home renovation or simply swapping out a few old, outdated furniture pieces with a new, modern style, you’ll find yourself in need of a quick way to get rid of old furniture. However, you might be surprised to learn that you can make a pretty decent profit selling used furniture — and you might even be able to recoup a good chunk of the cost of your new furniture, too!

We’ve rounded up a list of our favorite stores that buy used furniture for cash online and in person. Whether you need to get rid of some old office furniture, a set of dining chairs, or a few oversized couches, you should be able to find the perfect online store or selling platform below! 

Best Sites for Selling Furniture Online and Furniture Stores That Will Buy Used Items

1. Facebook Marketplace

Facebook Marketplace is one of the quickest, easiest ways to sell used furniture online to local buyers. This online marketplace curates local listings nearby, so potential buyers can browse your furniture pieces and come pick them up for an agreed-upon price at your desired location.

All you need to do is write a description that includes important details like price, pick-up location, and the condition of your furniture. Facebook Marketplace doesn’t have any service fees, and since pick-up is local, you won’t have to worry about shipping costs, either (which is helpful for heavy, bulky furniture!).

Some neighborhoods even have private Facebook groups where you can list furniture and other items for sale to people exclusively in your neighborhood. You can make a decent side hustle by selling appliances, furniture, electronics, and other items on Facebook Marketplace!

2. OfferUp

OfferUp is an app that has created an approach to selling used furniture similar to Facebook Marketplace. The difference? This app encourages bartering to get a good deal (as the name suggests!).

You’ll need to download the app and open an account, but once you do, you can list an item description, photos, and a location for the piece of furniture you’re trying to sell. Your listing will be shown to OfferUp users nearby, and there are no undisclosed fees. If you meet up with the buyer in person, you won’t have to worry about shipping fees, but you can also ship items using OfferUp.

3. Craigslist

Craigslist is the classic online platform for selling and buying used furniture and home decor.

Though it’s recently lost some of its allure and popularity due to scams, it’s still a great option for selling furniture to local buyers. Like with all free online selling platforms, be sure to write a detailed description and include high-quality photos. If you’re worried about getting scammed, disclose that you’ll only accept cash when the buyer comes to pick up the furniture.

4. eBay

If you want to reach more buyers when selling furniture pieces, eBay is a great place to list your items. Unlike online markets (like OfferUp and Facebook Marketplace), eBay will show your listings to millions of people searching for new or gently used furniture pieces worldwide. You can list your item for a fixed price or sell it “auction-style” to the highest bidder.

There are a few downsides to eBay. You do have to pay a commission on the total sale amount (usually around 15%), and you’ll need to either pay for shipping or factor shipping costs into the listing price. Though it might be a good option for selling small furniture and decor pieces, heavy items that are expensive to ship might be better sold on other platforms.

5. 1stDibs

Whether you want to buy furniture or sell it, 1stDibs is a great place to start. They specialize in selling luxury, high-end, and vintage furniture that is gently used and in great condition. You can also buy and sell unique home decor, art, fine jewelry, watches, and luxury clothing on 1stDibs.

1stDibs is the best place to sell furniture worth at least a thousand dollars (but preferably more). Buyers on this platform are looking for high-quality items and are willing to pay a little more despite the furniture being secondhand. To become a vetted seller on 1stDibs, you must pay a monthly fee and a 15% commission on each item sold.

6. Sotheby’s Home

Sotheby’s is an online consignment store where you can sell high-end, premium designer furniture and decor. The process is simple — you upload information and photos of your item on an online portal and wait for the Sotheby’s team to review your submission. Once approved, you can sell your items via an auction, private sale, or on Sotheby’s online luxury emporium.

Since Sotheby’s only sells luxury furniture and helps connect you with interested buyers, they collect a commission, so be sure to read about the fee structure before getting started. The minimum retail price for each furniture piece is $1,000.

7. Remoov

Are you pressed for time or want to avoid the hassle of listing individual items for sale? If so, you should check out Remoov.

Remoov is a full-service furniture removal company that will come to your house, collect used furniture and other items you no longer need, and sell them for you. You’ll receive 50% of the profit on items that sell, and items that don’t sell get donated to charity. While you might not make as much when an item sells as you would on other furniture-selling platforms, you won’t have to deal with the hassle of doing it yourself, which can be helpful in the event of an estate sale or an unexpected move.

8. Garage Sales

Of course, a good ‘ole garage sale is always a great way to sell used furniture.

The appealing thing about a yard sale is that you can set the furniture outside in your driveway and have people pick it up, so you won’t have to worry about transportation or shipping. Plus, you’ll often be able to sell furniture pieces that show a bit more wear and tear than you’d be able to do online. The potential downside to yard sales is that you won’t make as much (people are looking for a good deal!), so this probably won’t be the place to sell your designer couch or custom-made pool table.

Say Goodbye to the Old and Make Way for the New — Call THE STAGING COMPANY for Stylish Interior Decorating

From antique stores and consignment shops to online platforms and local pickup services — there are so many places where you can make some extra cash selling second-hand furniture! After you’ve cleared out your old and unwanted furniture, turn to our team at THE STAGING COMPANY to create a stylish, appealing interior with brand-new, designer furniture!

Whether you’re a short-term rental owner decorating a vacation rental, a real estate agent staging a home, or a homeowner looking to freshen up their space with a beautiful new look, we would love to help. Learn more about our home staging and interior decorating services in Texas and Florida, and reach out to our team when you’re ready to get started!