Trunks & Chests Market Value
Analysis of 4,467 eBay listings for trunks and chests.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 43% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in metal and brass options, which trade below the market median. High-end value is concentrated in larger items (More Than 45 in) and blanket chests, which see price increases of 336% and 234% respectively.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by item length
Why? Prices scale significantly with size, ranging from 35 for items under 15 in to 122 for those over 45 in.
Price by material
Why? Material impact varies from budget-friendly brass at 18.18 to premium cedar at 80.
Price by type
Why? Specialized storage like blanket chests (93.35) commands a higher premium than standard chests (56.7).
Price by color
Why? Aesthetic preference creates a wide gap between multicolor options at 40.68 and blue at 106.03.
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Common questions
What is the typical price for a used trunk or chest?
The median price for used items is 40.
Which material is the most affordable?
Brass is the most affordable material with a median price of 18.18.
How much more do larger trunks cost compared to the market median?
Trunks over 45 inches in length have a median price of 122, representing a 336% increase.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $5–$181, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 21, 2026.