Paint Brush Market Value
Analysis of 19,166 listings for paint brushes and sponges on eBay.
What you'll usually pay
๐ก Used ones cost about 20% more here.
๐ In short easy summary
The best value is found in wall and sponge types, which are 38% and 35% below the market median respectively. Unbranded options offer the lowest entry point at 29% below the median.
๐ Best value for your money
Price by brush head width
Why? Prices vary by size, with 4 cm brushes costing 29.21 and 6 cm brushes costing 17.
Price by brand
Why? Brand prestige affects cost, with Corona at 25 and Unbranded at 16.45.
Price by type
Why? Specialization drives pricing, with general brushes at 20.36 and wall brushes at 14.39.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a new paint brush?
The median price for new items is 19.99.
Which brand is the most affordable on average?
Unbranded brushes have the lowest median price at 16.45.
How do sash brushes compare to the market median?
Sash brushes have a median price of 17.6, which is 24% below the market median.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $9โ$53, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 25, 2026.