The short version
- Typical range: £30 – £180
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Furniture
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used chest of drawers is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for chest of drawerss, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £180 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £153 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £117 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £81 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £45 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a chest of drawers
- Solid wood with dovetailed drawer joints
- Drawers that run smoothly and sit square when closed
- Antique and mid-century pieces
- Original handles and back panel intact
What lowers it
- Drawers that stick, drop or fall off their runners
- Water damage to the base and back panel
- Replaced or mismatched handles
- Particleboard construction with sagging bases
How to work out what yours is worth
- Open and close every drawer fully
- Pull one out and check the joints at the front corners
- Photograph the top and any water marks honestly
Once you have those three answers you can place your own chest of drawers on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
What makes a chest of drawers valuable?
Solid wood with dovetailed drawer joints, and drawers that still run properly. Those two things do most of the pricing.
What do buyers check first?
They open every drawer. Sticking or dropping drawers are the most common complaint, so make sure they run before you photograph.
Do original handles matter?
On antique and design pieces, yes. Replaced handles are noticed and reduce the price on anything collectable.
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