9 Best Places To Buy IKEA Furniture Secondhand

IKEA furniture is a staple for many homes and if you want to buy a great piece, you don't necessarily have to shell out for it brand new. Whether you have your eye on a KALLAX or any other best-selling IKEA products, you can likely find your ideal furniture piece secondhand. IKEA is already known as an affordable furniture retailer, but savvy shoppers looking for a bargain can explore the best places to buy IKEA furniture secondhand. With options ranging from online marketplaces to good old fashioned yard sales, there are plenty of spots where you might find your dream piece, but only if you know where to look.

What's important to remember about scouring these places for pre-owned IKEA furnishings is that offerings can (and will) vary based on your location or the website/app. If you're up for a treasure hunt though and aren't in a rush, you can score some great deals with a little patience and perseverance to find exactly what you want. If you aren't looking for anything in particular, and just want a couch, table, or desk to set up your new space, you might miss out on a great offer if you pass up these venues. Best of all, because nearly all of these places are online, you can shop for everything you need from the comfort of your own home on your own time, no store visit required.

One of your first destinations should be the As-Is section of your local IKEA. This surprisingly simple way to save big money on IKEA purchases lets you save up to 50% on various items for the living room and beyond. You can also browse and purchase furniture from your store's As-Is online, where you can easily see the savings. These items come from the IKEA Buy-Back program where consumers trade in their pre-owned furniture as well as returns, discontinued items, and floor models. The selection varies by store, but typical offerings include tables, cabinets, and bed frames.

Despite avid competition, what sets Facebook apart from others is Facebook Marketplace. The social network features an online marketplace for buying and selling items, including IKEA furniture, in your area. After searching for your wanted items within your zip code or nearby areas, you can buy them online and pick-up in person, or opt for delivery or shipping, depending on the seller's settings. Some smart shoppers know to check Marketplace before even stepping foot in an IKEA store. You can even set an alert for certain items that you crave.

While you likely won't find any recent IKEA pieces, the website Chairish can be good resource if you're trying to find something special like vintage IKEA furniture such as pieces from the 1960s to the 1980s. The site's selection is curated by knowledgeable designers and furniture experts, so prices will likely be higher than Facebook Marketplace. You can purchase for the listed price or make an offer, so it might be worth it to score a bargain. Be careful about lowballing, and pay attention to the shipping and delivery fees, as in-home delivery offerings vary.

Auction website eBay seems to have everything, including secondhand IKEA furniture. There may be more than 15,000 listings of IKEA furnishings, even some new-in-box. Some sellers list their items as pick-up only, while others will ship for a fee, though there are plenty of free shipping offers as well. Like with Chairish, some listings have a "make offer" function to help you save a little money. Others let you buy it now, no bidding required. With so many items listed, it pays to use eBay's filter system to sort through them all by color, seller location, condition, and price range.

Once the place for buying and selling locally, Craigslist isn't as frequented as much as in some areas of the country. However, browsing for IKEA furniture on Craigslist, you might find some listings that are a little stale with sellers eager to get rid of their wares, giving you the perfect opening to negotiate a deal. When browsing, search for variations on the item to find all of the options. One drawback is the sellers are basically anonymous, whereas on Facebook Marketplace, you can see their picture and selling history, which can help you avoid scams.

AptDeco, another online furniture marketplace, advertises IKEA furniture for up to 70% off. The website lets sellers list new and used pieces from a variety of brands for the home. You can browse by distance to find items available for in-person pickup, or look simply for those available for delivery. The selection on offer changes by the day as more sellers add their furniture, but item categories typically include beds, seating, and storage options. AptDeco features shipping anywhere in the contiguous United States, plus has their own delivery team for sellers and buyers.

Depending on your location, OfferUp can be a good spot to look for IKEA furnishings. The mobile app (iOS and Android) is a more modern Craigslist that lets you buy and sell locally. There's also a basic website where you can browse the listings if you don't want to download the app. All of the details for your transaction are conducted within the app, and you have the ability to make an offer on the prices. You may expect to find complete IKEA bedroom sets, along with tables, chairs, and dressers in conditions from brand new to used.

If you've not discovered the magic of Buy Nothing, maybe the availability of IKEA items will do the trick. This hyper local gift economy is about giving things within your community. Most groups (on Facebook or the Buy Nothing app) are limited by neighborhood a short walk away. IKEA furniture is incredibly common on Buy Nothing and the only thing you're spending is your time invested in picking it up. Similar groups may be in your area under the names "Freecycle," and "Take My Stuff," so search around for what's available in your area.

When the weather is warm, yard or garage sales can be worth a second look for IKEA goods. Chances are, you'll probably find at least one vase or shelf from the Swedish retailer at a bargain. Buying this way has its perks too when compared to shopping online, because you can see the condition of the piece up close and make an offer. You also won't have a long wait for shipping or delivery since you will likely take it home same-day.