The short version
- Typical range: £15 – £80
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Pet Supplies
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used bird cage is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for bird cages, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £80 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £68 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £52 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £36 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £20 | 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 bird cage
- Correct bar spacing for the species
- Powder-coated or stainless steel construction
- Secure door catches
- Complete with trays, perches and feeders
What lowers it
- Rusted or chipped coatings, a toxicity risk
- Bar spacing unsuitable for common species
- Missing base trays and feeders
- Bent bars and failed catches
How to work out what yours is worth
- Measure and state the bar spacing
- Check the coating for rust and chipping
- Confirm trays, perches and feeders are present
Once you have those three answers you can place your own bird cage 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 should a bird cage listing state?
The bar spacing and internal dimensions. Spacing determines which species the cage suits and is the key detail.
Why does chipped coating matter?
Birds chew bars, and exposed or flaking metal can be a toxicity risk. It is a genuine safety concern, not cosmetic.
Do missing trays matter?
Yes. Base trays are size-specific and awkward to replace, so their absence lowers the price noticeably.
More value guides: pet supplies guides · all value guides · browse live pet supplies listings.