Garage Tool Chest Market Value
Current market data for 6,513 garage and shop tool chests on eBay.
What you'll usually pay
๐ก Used ones cost about 60% more here.
๐ In short easy summary
Value is found in new units with a median of 50, whereas used units command a premium at 79.99. The highest price premiums are seen in orange chests (318% delta) and 54in. widths (378% delta).
๐ Best value for your money
Price by color
Why? Prices range from Black at 59.97 to Orange at 249.99.
Price by brand
Why? Unbranded units are the cheapest at 19.95, while Sealey commands the highest median at 175.79.
Price by width
Why? 55in. chests are the most affordable at 59, while 54in. units reach 285.7.
Price by type
Why? Portable Tool Boxes are lower priced at 76.24 compared to Tool Service/Utility Carts at 209.99.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a professional brand like Snap-on?
The median price for Snap-on tool chests is 80.
How does the price of a tool cabinet compare to a portable tool box?
Tool Cabinets have a median price of 189.48, while Portable Tool Boxes (Hand Carry) are 76.24.
Which color tool chest is the most expensive on average?
Orange tool chests have the highest median price at 249.99.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $15โ$405, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 18, 2026.