The resale apps actually worth your time and the $2,400 hiding in your closet

February 6, 2026

By Kim Komando

My friend Lisa opened her closet last Saturday to donate some old clothes. Three hours later, she’d made $2,400 selling stuff she forgot she owned and all her skinny clothes she’ll never fit into again. Her words, not mine.

👗 The best apps

Forget eBay and Facebook Marketplace. Here’s what’s working now:

• Whatnot: Go live, show your gear and watch the bidding wars start. They take an 8% cut plus processing.
• Poshmark: The buyer pool here is massive. They take a flat 20% on sales over $15. 
• Depop: Perfect for vintage and streetwear. You only pay a small processing fee.
• Vinted: They charge the buyer the fees, not you. You keep 100% of your sale price.
• Mercari: Great for name brands and shoes and has a 10% seller fee.

💰 What actually sells

• Vintage band tees: Concert tees from the ’80s and ’90s sell for $60-$200, depending on the band and condition. 
• Designer bags: Used Coach, Michael Kors and Kate Spade bags sell for $100-$300. Higher-end brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Prada can hit $500-$2,000 if authentic.
• Sneakers: Jordans, Nike Dunks, Yeezys, New Balance 550s. If you bought trendy sneakers, check GOAT for current prices. You might be sitting on $150-$400 per pair.
• Jeans: Levi’s 501s, especially vintage, sell for $50-$150. High-end denim from AG, Citizens of Humanity and Frame goes for $60-$120 used.

🛍️ 4 rules to sell smart

Scammers love posing as buyers to swipe your banking info. Four rules to sell smart:

1. Trust the app, not your email. Fake payment-received emails look legit but aren’t. Never click links, open the app to verify the money’s there.
2. Stay on-platform. Buyer wants to move to WhatsApp or email? It’s a scam. They’re dodging the app’s seller protections.
3. Never pay a buyer. No legit buyer asks you to send money for shipping verification or any other fee. That’s your cash walking out the door.
4. Film the pack-out. For pricey items, record yourself showing the item, packing it and sealing the box with the label visible. It’s your proof if a buyer tries a shady return.

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