Key takeaways
- Verify your profile and ask buyers with verified profiles and ratings to meet.
- Fast replies matter. Buyers message several sellers and buy from whoever answers first.
- Price with room for an offer, because "make offer" is the culture of the app.
- Use public meetup spots, including OfferUp's community MeetUp Spots where available.
Set up for trust
Complete your profile with a real photo and verify your identity through the app. Verified sellers with ratings get more replies, and checking a buyer's ratings and join date before you meet filters out most trouble.
Listings that sell
- Use all photo slots: full item, angles, labels, flaws, and the item working.
- Title with brand, model, and size. Buyers search exact terms.
- State condition honestly and include dimensions for anything bulky.
- Renew or edit listings that go quiet; fresh edits help visibility.
Handling offers
OfferUp buyers almost always offer below asking. Set your listing price 10–20% above your minimum, reply to every serious offer quickly, and counter once with a specific number rather than ignoring lowballs.
Shipping or local?
Local pickup avoids fees and works best for furniture and large items. Shipping through the app opens a national audience for small, valuable items, and payment protection applies only when the transaction stays inside the app.
Frequently asked questions
Is OfferUp safe for sellers?
Generally, yes, if you meet in public, check buyer ratings and verification, keep conversations in the app, and confirm payment before handing items over.
Prices and tips in this guide are general guidance for U.S. sellers based on typical resale markets. They are not a certified appraisal or a guarantee of what an item will sell for. For insurance, legal, tax, or high-value items, consult a qualified appraiser.