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Garage Sale Pricing

The best way to get the most money for your time at your garage sale is to price your items correctly. Here is a little guide on where to start from on common garage sale items:

• Children's clothes:
• $0.25-$2.00 for outfits (dresses in good condition should sell closer to the $2 mark)
• $1-$2 for shoes
• Adult Clothing:
• Designer clothing and dresses should be no more than $10-$15
• Pants, shorts and jeans should price for around $3-$4; charge $3 maximum for damaged items
• Shoes:
• $4-$5 for most name brands
• Jewelry/Accessories:
• $0.25-$2 for most jewelry (Antique jewelry may sell better at an actual retailer.)
• Tables:
• $25-40; with chairs $75-$100
• Recliner:
• $35-$50
• Lamps:
• $15-$20
• Lawn and Patio Set:
• $25-$50 (Plastic sets probably won´t sell for more than $30, and that may still be a stretch)
• Beds:
• $50-$150 (Frames alone should sell for at least $50 unless damaged)
• Sofa:
• $50-75;
• Like new $100-$150
• TVs:
• $15 for smaller sets. Older sets probably won´t sell for much more than $20 maximum.
• Charge $30-$50 for newer sets.
• DVD Player:
• $15-$30; although a brand new should garner at least $50 depending on condition and original retail price.
• Stereo Equipment:
• $15-$30 for floor speakers and smaller units; larger systems with receivers and large speakers should price at $50-$75. Research your model on eBay to determine a closer estimate.
• Computer:
• $100-$150 for PC with monitor, though I would recommend checking with local companies that buy and refurbish computers before selling at a garage sale. You may be able to get a higher price going that route.