Activewear Shorts Price Analysis
Current market data for 274,168 activewear shorts listings on eBay.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 6% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in unbranded options and gray colors, which sit at or below the 14 market median. Premium pricing is driven by Lululemon and 2.5 inch inseams, both showing a 79% increase over the baseline.
Price by size
Why? Prices rise as sizes become more niche, peaking at 25 for 3XS compared to 16.99 for S.
Price by color
Why? Neutral tones like Gray (16) are cheaper than vibrant or Multicolor options (19.99).
Price by brand
Why? Brand equity creates a wide gap between Unbranded (13.99) and Lululemon (25).
Price by inseam
Why? Shorter specialty lengths command a premium, with 2.5 in (25) costing more than 3 in (16.47).
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Common questions
What is the median price for new versus used activewear shorts?
New shorts have a median price of 16.99, while used shorts are slightly higher at 18.
Which brand offers the most affordable options?
Unbranded shorts are the most affordable with a median price of 13.99.
How does the price vary by color?
Gray shorts are the cheapest at 16, while Multicolor and Green shorts are the most expensive at 19.99 and 19.95 respectively.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $7–$35, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 17, 2026.