The Best Things To Buy Second-Hand In 2025

The Best Things To Buy Second-Hand In 2025


February 6, 2025 | Jack Hawkins

The Best Things To Buy Second-Hand In 2025


The Best Things To Buy Second-Hand In 2025

Buying something second-hand doesn't mean sacrificing that "brand-new" feeling or giving up quality; it simply means you've got a good nose for a great bargain. Let's explore some of the best things you can buy second-hand in 2025, letting you start the year off in a thrifty fashion.

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2024 Technology

If you normally upgrade technology in the New Year, whether that's a new iPhone, a new game system, or a laptop, wait and see when the 2024 versions will come on sale. You can also check your local Facebook Marketplace listings for people selling their 2024 technology because they received the 2025 version for Christmas.

iPhone 15 Pro Max box in Natural Titanium colorZana Latif, Pexels

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Vintage Clothing

Buying vintage clothing in brand-new condition has never been easier. Thanks to resale sites like eBay or your local Facebook Marketplace listing, vintage clothing is still as trendy as ever moving into 2025.

Assorted Clothes Hanged on Black Steel RackMART PRODUCTION, Pexels

Toys & Games

A new year often means a new version of our favorite games, which means that certain older versions of games will go on sale or be donated to second-hand stores, where they can be picked up for dirt cheap. If your kids play video games, you may find that second-hand 2024 versions become available as the 2025 version release approaches.

Selective Focus Photography of Toddler in A StoreVika Glitter, Pexels

Furniture

If you're looking to spruce up your living space in 2025, maybe with a new dining table and chairs or a new bookshelf or perhaps even a new sofa, furniture is always coming up for sale in online marketplaces. Big box stores are also looking to shift their 2024 inventory to make room, so even if you don't find something second-hand online, your local furniture store may have a great deal on your desired piece of furniture.

Two Suede Armchairs in A RoomSteve Johnson, Pexels

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Books

Books are always a wonderful thing to buy second-hand. Whether you're looking for an old classic or a relatively new book that was recently released, chances are your local bookstore may have it. Or, you could always spend hours browsing used bookstores, like normal bookworms do!

Row of antique books with worn coversSuzy Hazelwood, Pexels

Clearance Sections Of Big Box Stores

If there's one place we all love, it's the clearance section at big box stores like Home Depot or IKEA. Have you ever picked up a huge shelf for $20 that was just what you were looking for, but happened to be on clearance? Of course you have. Jumping for joy, too, I bet. The clearance sections of big box stores are where you'll save the most on large pieces of furniture that are still in relatively new condition.

Rows of shelves with boxes in modern warehouseAndrey Burstein, Shutterstock

Musical Instruments

If you've made a New Year's resolution to learn a musical instrument in 2025—I salute you for your commitment. But you'll quickly find that if you're just starting out, you generally don't need/won't be able to use a brand new guitar effectively, or a brand new keyboard. Start out with something used from your local thrift store or music shop. You'll save money while becoming the next Ed Sheeran.

Brown Acoustic Guitar Beside Brown Leather BackpackPixabay, Pexels

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Tools & Equipment

If you're in the market for some new tools, second-hand tools are often very well cared for by their previous owners. Check Facebook Marketplace or other online marketplaces for tool sales. Similarly, if a company is bringing out a new version of a specific tool that you've been searching for, see if your local hardware store has a sale on for the previous year's version.

Screws in a Plastic BoxAntoni Shkraba, Pexels

Christmas Decorations

Of course, it goes without saying that you could just reuse this past year's Christmas decorations. And if that's something that you can do—great—but if not, then there's no shame in replacing broken ornaments or light systems with something new. You'll likely find Christmas decorations at your local second-hand store.

Close-up of Christmas Decoration Hanging on TreeGary Spears, Pexels

Home Decor

Another great thing to buy thriftily is your home decor. Maybe you want a few extra small paintings or other new artwork to reinvigorate your space for 2025. Well, home decor almost always goes on sale at the beginning of a new year, as decor trends change. Look for items you like in your local home decor store, or check out second-hand stores. Alternatively, you could look for artwork from local artisans and artists at a farmer's market.

Interior design with blue wall and paintingPixabay, Pexels

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Sports Memorabilia

Do you really want that 2023 or 2024 jersey from your favorite sports team? 2025 might be the best time to get it. Sports memorabilia often goes on sale at auctions, so it might be worth checking online auction spaces for your favorite 2024 player memorabilia. It can become fairly valuable as time passes, particularly if your favorite goes on to achieve greatness, break records, or is otherwise considered a legend of sport.

A large group of assorted vintage antique sports equipmentJanece Flippo, Shutterstock

Exercise Equipment

If one of your 2025 New Year's Resolutions is to get fit or remain fit, then bringing in expensive exercise equipment to aid you in your quest can seem attractive. Realistically, the people that gave up on that New Year's Resolution in 2024 will likely be selling their exercise equipment for cheap to save space at home—check various online marketplaces to see if you can find a good deal.

Dumbbells with exercise equipment in backgroundPixabay, Pexels


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