--- source_url: "https://tumbleweedthrift.com/where-to-sell-second-hand-clothes/?utm_source=openai" title: "Where to Sell Second Hand Clothes: Every Platform Ranked - Tumbleweed Thrift" mirrored_at: 2026-08-10T15:38:48.559Z host: tumbleweedthrift.com cited_in_42a: true mirror_canonical: "https://index.42a.ai/tumbleweedthrift.com/where-to-sell-second-hand-clothes/index__q__utm_source_openai" --- > **Original source:** https://tumbleweedthrift.com/where-to-sell-second-hand-clothes/?utm_source=openai Your closet is sitting on cash. The question is not whether to sell, but which platform gives you the best return for the least headache. I have sold second hand clothes on seven different platforms over the past three years and tracked every sale — the payout, the time to sell, the effort involved, and the buyer experience. The results were not what I expected. The platform with the biggest name is not always the best payout, and the easiest option is not always the fastest money. Here is where to sell second hand clothes based on real numbers, not marketing. For more on the resale landscape, our [Thrift and Resale Fashion](https://tumbleweedthrift.com/guides/thrift-resale/) hub gives you the big picture. On this page - [Best Platforms Ranked by Payout](#best-platforms-ranked-by-payout) - [What Sells Fast and What Does Not](#what-sells-fast-and-what-does-not) - [Matching the Right Platform to Your Clothes](#matching-the-right-platform-to-your-clothes) - [The Verdict](#the-verdict) - [FAQ](#faq) ## Best Platforms Ranked by Payout [Sell Clothing on Poshmark](https://poshmark.com/search?query=sell+clothing) takes 20 percent commission on sales over $15, which means you keep 80 percent. For most sellers, this is the best net payout available. A $50 sale nets you $40. The work is on you — photographing, listing, pricing, shipping — but the math is consistently the best in the market. I have sold everything from Old Navy basics to Coach bags on Poshmark, and the average time to sell is two to four weeks for reasonably priced items. Mercari takes a similar commission structure (10 percent selling fee plus payment processing) and offers a slightly better payout on lower-priced items. The platform is less fashion-focused than Poshmark, which means less buyer traffic for clothing specifically, but it works well for branded basics and casual wear. A $30 shirt sold on Mercari nets you about $25 after all fees. Depop takes a flat 10 percent fee and is strongest for trendy, streetwear, and vintage pieces. If your closet skews toward brands popular with Gen Z and millennials — Nike, Carhartt, Free People, Urban Outfitters — Depop’s audience is ideal. The younger buyer base makes decisions quickly, which means faster sales on items that fit the platform’s aesthetic. ThredUp is the lowest-effort option: you fill a bag, ship it in, and they handle everything. The trade-off is brutal on payout — expect 10 to 30 percent of the sale price depending on the item’s value. A $50 dress might net you $8 to $15. ThredUp works when you have a large volume of mid-range clothing and value convenience over maximizing each sale. Consignment shops — both local and chains like Buffalo Exchange — offer immediate assessment and, in many cases, cash on the spot. The payout is typically 30 to 40 percent of what they plan to sell the item for. This is the fastest path to cash but the lowest return per item. ## What Sells Fast and What Does Not Brands matter more than condition. A lightly worn Patagonia fleece sells in days. A pristine no-name blouse can sit for months. Focus your selling effort on recognizable brands — buyers search by brand name, and items from known labels get dramatically more views. Seasonal timing is significant. List summer clothes in March and April, fall clothes in August, and winter outerwear by October. Listing a winter coat in June means it sits unseen until the weather changes. I schedule my closet cleanouts to align with seasonal demand and it has cut my average time to sell in half. Photos sell clothes. Natural light, clean background, front and back shots, close-up of labels and any flaws. I spend about five minutes photographing each item, and the difference in sell-through rate between well-photographed and poorly-photographed listings is dramatic — easily 3x. ## Matching the Right Platform to Your Clothes Designer and luxury: Poshmark (Posh Authenticate for items over $500), The RealReal, or Vestiaire Collective. Mid-range brands: Poshmark or Mercari. Trendy and streetwear: Depop. High volume, low effort: ThredUp. Immediate cash: local consignment. Matching your inventory to the platform’s buyer base is the single most important factor in selling speed and price. ## The Verdict Poshmark delivers the best balance of payout and sell-through for most sellers. Depop is ideal for trend-driven pieces. ThredUp is the answer when convenience matters more than maximizing returns. Local consignment is the fastest cash. Choose based on your priority — maximum money, minimum effort, or fastest sale — and list your best brands first. A well-photographed listing on the right platform will surprise you with how quickly your closet converts to cash. For more, see our [How to Sell Designer Clothes for Cash](https://tumbleweedthrift.com/sell-designer-clothes-for-cash/) guide for luxury items and our [Clothing Consignment Shops](https://tumbleweedthrift.com/clothing-consignment-shops/) breakdown for in-person options. ## FAQ ### Which platform pays the most for used clothes? Poshmark and Depop typically return the highest percentage to sellers — 80 percent and 90 percent respectively. For luxury items, selling directly on Poshmark or Vestiaire beats sending to The RealReal, which takes 30 to 50 percent commission. ### How do I price second hand clothes to sell? Check recently sold listings (not active listings) for the same brand and item type on your platform. Price at or slightly below the recent average for a fast sale. On Poshmark, price 20 percent above your target to leave room for offers. ### Is it worth selling cheap clothes online? Items under $10 after fees are rarely worth the time to photograph, list, and ship individually. For low-value items, bundle them into lots (e.g., “5 summer tops, size M, $25”) or donate them. Focus your selling effort on items that will net at least $15 after fees.