Where to Sell Used Furniture in London Ontario: Complete 2026 Guide

That IKEA dresser you assembled at 2 AM? Someone else is willing to buy it. Probably for more than you'd expect.

Furniture is the single most sold item in London's local marketplace. Why? Because people move constantly. Students arrive, students leave. Families upsize, families downsize. Military personnel get posted in and out. And every single time, furniture gets left behind.

The good news: London has a massive appetite for used furniture. Western and Fanshawe students need to furnish apartments on a budget. Young professionals want decent stuff without paying retail. Families look for guest room furniture that doesn't break the bank.

The bad news: not all furniture sells, and not all selling methods are created equal. I've sold dozens of furniture pieces in London. I've made every mistake. Here's exactly how to sell your used furniture in London for the best price with the least hassle.

First: The 2026 London Furniture Market

What's happening right now:

• Inflation is real - more people buying used than new
• IKEA dominates - but specific items sell better than others
• Students drive the market - 60,000+ students means constant demand
• Solid wood is gold - particle board is disposable
• Free stuff groups are competition - price accordingly

What London buyers want:

• Clean furniture (no stains, no smells, no pet hair)
• Affordable prices (50-70% of retail)
• Convenient pickup (ground floor or elevator)
• Accurate descriptions (honesty sells)
• Photos that show reality (including damage)

What London buyers avoid:

• Mattresses (bed bug fear is real)
• Stained upholstery (no amount of cleaning convinces them)
• Particle board disasters (wobbly, damaged, missing parts)
• "Vintage" that's actually just old
• Anything that requires a truck and three friends to move

Where to Sell Furniture in London

Option 1: Fliku (Best for Serious Sellers)

Platform: Fliku.com

Why it's first:

• Verified buyer profiles (no scammer energy)
• Growing London community
• Free to list
• Safe meetup integration
• User ratings protect you
• Kingston success means London is next

What sells best on Fliku:

• IKEA furniture (popular styles)
• Solid wood pieces
• Bedroom sets
• Dining tables and chairs
• Desks (students need them)
• Quality sofas (clean, no stains)

Listing tips for Fliku:

• Take 10+ photos (good lighting, clean background)
• Include measurements (width, height, depth)
• Be honest about condition (scratches, wear, issues)
• Mention if it's IKEA and which model
• Note if disassembly is required for pickup
• Price competitively (check similar listings)

The Fliku advantage: Buyers are verified. You're not dealing with "Is this available?" from profiles created yesterday with 0 friends. Less waste of time.

[List your furniture on Fliku - London's newest marketplace]

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Option 2: Facebook Marketplace (Most Buyers)

Platform: Facebook Marketplace

London-specific: Filter to "London Ontario" within 50km

What sells best:

• IKEA furniture (students search IKEA specifically)
• Bedroom furniture
• Living room furniture
• Free stuff (if you just want it gone)
• Everything under $200

The 2026 reality: Marketplace has the most eyeballs. It also has the most time-wasters. You'll get messages. Many will ghost.

How to win on Marketplace:

Photos:

• Clean furniture before photographing
• Natural light only (no flash)
• 10+ photos minimum
• Show damage clearly (builds trust)
• Include measurements in photos

Description formula:

• Title: [Brand] [Item] - [Price] - London
• Condition details (honest about wear)
• Dimensions (critical for furniture)
• Reason for selling (optional but builds trust)
• Pickup location (general area, not your address)
• Mention if it's IKEA and model name (MALM, KALLAX, etc.)

Pricing strategy:

• Check sold listings for similar items
• Price 10-20% above your minimum (negotiation room)
• "Firm" in description = serious sellers only

Option 3: Kijiji (Older Audience)

Platform: kijiji.ca (London section)

What sells best:

• Solid wood furniture (older buyers appreciate quality)
• Antique and vintage pieces
• Dining room sets
• Bedroom suites
• Higher-end items

The 2026 reality: Kijiji is less active than Marketplace but attracts an older, more serious buyer. Less "is this available?" more "I'll be there at 3 PM with cash and a truck."

Listing tips for Kijiji:

• Same photos as Marketplace
• More detailed descriptions (older buyers read)
• Include your general area (Masonville, Westmount, etc.)
• Renew listing every 3-4 days

Option 4: Consignment Stores (Best for Higher-End Furniture)

What is consignment?

You drop off your furniture. They sell it for you. You get a percentage (usually 50-60%) when it sells. They do the work. You wait.

The Consignment Gallery

Address: 740 Wonderland Road North, London, ON N6H 4L1

Phone: 519-471-3003

Website: theconsignmentgallery.ca

What they take:

• Higher-end furniture
• Antiques and vintage
• Art and decor
• Quality brands only

What they don't take:

• IKEA (generally not)
• Particle board furniture
• Damaged items
• Stained upholstery

Commission: 50-60% (you get percentage)

The 2026 reality: The Consignment Gallery is selective. If your furniture isn't in excellent condition and desirable, they'll pass. But if they take it, it will sell to the right buyer.

Pro tips:

• Call ahead for appointment (they don't take walk-ins always)
• Clean everything professionally before bringing
• Be realistic about value (it's not worth what you paid)
• Higher-end pieces only

Best for: Solid wood furniture, antiques, designer pieces

Turning Styles Consignment

Address: 141 Wortley Road, London, ON N6C 3P5

Phone: 519-438-0202

Website: turningstylesconsignment.ca

What they take:

• Quality furniture
• Home decor
• Art
• Gently used condition

What they don't take:

• IKEA (usually not)
• Damaged items
• Mattresses

Commission: 50% (you get half)

Best for: Wortley Village crowd, quality pieces

Trend Conscious Consignment

Address: 191 Piccadilly Street, London, ON N6A 1S6

Phone: 519-439-8877

Website: trendconscious.ca

What they take:

• Modern furniture
• Contemporary styles
• Home decor
• Art

Best for: Downtown London, modern pieces

Option 5: Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Address: 460 White Oaks Road, London, ON N6B 3E7

Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm

Website: habitatrestore.ca/london

What it is: Non-profit home improvement store and donation center. Proceeds fund Habitat for Humanity homes.

How it works for sellers:

You don't sell through ReStore. You donate. But here's the key: they accept furniture donations and you get a tax receipt for the value.

When to donate:

• Furniture that won't sell online
• End of moving-out timeline
• Items you just want gone
• Tax receipt is worth something

What they take:

• Furniture in good condition
• Appliances
• Building materials
• Cabinets, doors, windows

What they don't take:

• Damaged furniture
• Stained upholstery
• Mattresses
• Particle board junk

Pro tip: Call ahead to confirm they're accepting furniture. They fill up fast, especially after student move-out.

Option 6: Mission Thrift Store

Address: 279 Thompson Road, London, ON N5Z 3L2

Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Closed Sunday

Phone: 519-686-5388

What it is: Charity thrift store supporting local missions.

How it works:

Donate your furniture. Get tax receipt. They sell it to fund programs.

Best for: End-of-life furniture that's still usable but not sellable online.

Option 7: Facebook Free Groups (When You Just Want It Gone)

Sometimes selling isn't worth the effort. A $40 dresser that takes 10 messages, 3 no-shows, and 2 hours of your time? Not worth it.

Post it for free in:

• Free Stuff London (Facebook group)
• Buy Nothing London (multiple neighborhood groups)
• "Curb alert" with address

You get: It's gone. Instant. No hassle. Someone else hauling it away.

Best for:

• Large furniture you can't move
• Items under $50
• End of move-out desperation
• Things with minor damage

What Furniture Sells Best in London

Gold Tier (Sells in Days)

IKEA MALM Dresser

Why: Everyone has it. Everyone needs more drawers. Parts are replaceable.

Price:

• Like new: $100-150
• Good: $70-100
• Fair: $40-70

IKEA KALLAX Shelving

Why: Versatile. Students use as room dividers, bookshelves, storage.

Price:

• 2x2: $30-50
• 2x4: $50-80
• 4x4: $80-120

IKEA DESK (MICKE, BEKANT, etc.)

Why: Every student needs a desk. Every remote worker needs a desk.

Price:

• Small: $40-70
• Large: $70-120

Solid Wood Dressers

Why: Lasts forever. Looks better. Holds value.

Price:

• Good condition: $150-300
• Fair condition: $100-150
• Antique: research separately

Dining Tables (4-6 seats)

Why: Apartments need dining space. Students eat at them. Families gather.

Price:

• IKEA: $60-120
• Solid wood: $150-400

Sofas (Clean, No Stains, No Smells)

Why: Everyone needs somewhere to sit. Quality sofas are expensive new.

Price:

• IKEA: $200-400
• Mid-range: $300-500
• Higher-end: $400-800

Silver Tier (Sells in Weeks)

Nightstands

Why: Useful but not urgent.

Price: $20-50

Bookshelves (non-IKEA)

Why: Less recognizable, slower sell.

Price: $30-80

Coffee Tables

Why: Everyone has one eventually.

Price: $40-100

Media Consoles / TV Stands

Why: TV sizes change, so do stands.

Price: $40-120

Mattresses (Clean, No Stains, No Bed Bugs)

Why: Hard to sell because of bed bug fear. Must be pristine.

Price: $50-150 (or free)

Bronze Tier (Hard to Sell)

Large Sectional Sofas

Why: Hard to move. Requires large space. Limited buyers.

Price: Free or donate

Particle Board Walmart/Target Furniture

Why: Falls apart when moved. Low quality.

Price: $10-20 or free

Entertainment Centers (Old Style)

Why: TVs are thin now. These are obsolete.

Price: Free

Dated Furniture (1980s-1990s)

Why: Not vintage yet, just old.

Price: Free or donate

What Furniture NEVER Sells

• Stained mattresses (trash)
• Bed bug infested anything (burn it)
• Broken furniture (unless marked FREE/repair)
• Missing hardware (drawer pulls, screws)
• Smoke-smelling furniture (smoke gets in everything)
• Pet-soiled furniture (the smell never fully leaves)

The London Student Factor

60,000+ students means two massive selling seasons:

April (Move-Out):

• Students LEAVE London
• Supply is HIGH
• Prices are LOW
• Buyers market

September (Move-In):

• Students ARRIVE in London
• Demand is HIGH
• Prices are HIGH
• Sellers market

Pricing strategy for students:

If you're selling TO students (August-September):

• Price at HIGH end of range
• Students have parents' money
• They need stuff NOW
• You have leverage

If you're selling AS a student (April):

• Price to sell FAST
• You have days, not weeks
• 50-70% of normal used prices
• Bundles work: "Take all bedroom furniture for $200"

The "IKEA Effect"

IKEA furniture dominates the London used market. Here's why:

• Everyone recognizes it
• Parts are replaceable
• Assembly instructions are online
• It fits in student apartments
• It's light enough to move

IKEA models that sell:

• MALM (dressers, beds, nightstands)
• KALLAX (shelving)
• MICKE (desks)
• BEKANT (desks)
• HEMNES (dressers - solid wood look)
• LACK (side tables, shelves)
• FRIHETEN (sofa beds - gold)

IKEA models that don't sell:

• Discontinued lines (no parts available)
• Damaged particle board (can't repair)
• Missing hardware (hard to replace)

The "Solid Wood" Premium

Solid wood furniture sells for more and sells faster.

How to tell if it's solid wood:

• Look at edges (veneer has layered edge)
• Check weight (solid wood is heavy)
• Examine grain (continues on edges)
• Tap it (solid wood sounds different)

If it's solid wood, say so in the title:

"SOLID WOOD Dresser - Oak - $200"

Photography Tips That Sell Furniture

Bad photos = low offers or no interest.

Good photos:

• Clean the furniture first (dust, vacuum, wipe)
• Natural light (open curtains, turn on lights)
• Multiple angles (front, sides, back, inside drawers)
• Show damage close-up (builds trust)
• Show drawers open (prove they work)
• Show in a room (helps buyers imagine)
• Include measurements in one photo

For sofas:

• Show cushions removed (proves no stains underneath)
• Show close-up of fabric (proves condition)
• Show from all sides
• Mention any odors honestly

For dressers:

• Show drawers open
• Show drawer slides (are they smooth?)
• Show interior (clean? lining intact?)
• Show back (damage? missing parts?)

Descriptions That Sell

Bad description:

"Dresser for sale. Good condition. $80."

Good description:

"IKEA MALM Dresser - White - 6 Drawer - $80

Selling because I'm moving and can't take it with me.

Condition:

• 6 drawers, all slide smoothly
• Minor scratches on top (see photo 4)
• One small chip on bottom drawer (photo 5)
• No stains, no smells, no pets

Dimensions: 160cm wide x 80cm tall x 50cm deep

IKEA MALM model, so parts are available if needed. Includes assembly tools (the little allen key you'll lose anyway).

Pickup in Masonville area (near Western). Need gone by April 15. Ground floor apartment, easy loading.

Cash or e-transfer. Please message to arrange pickup."

Why this works:

• Clear title with brand and model
• Honest about damage (builds trust)
• Dimensions included
• Location and deadline clear
• No games

Where to List by Item Type

Safe Meetup Spots in London

Gold standard:

London Police Headquarters

• 601 Dundas Street, London, ON
• 24/7 cameras
• Designated safe exchange zone
• Police presence

Coffee shops with parking:

Starbucks

• 1685 Richmond Street (Masonville area)
• 1225 Wonderland Road South
• 755 Wonderland Road North

Tim Hortons (multiple)

• 1450 Richmond Street
• 1225 Wonderland Road
• 155 Clarke Road

Malls:

Masonville Place

• 1680 Richmond Street
• Large parking lot, cameras

White Oaks Mall

• 1105 Wellington Road
• Busy, well-lit

Grocery stores:

Loblaws (multiple)

• Masonville, Westmount, etc.

Real Canadian Superstore

• 1200 Oxford Street West

Furniture Moving Tips for Sellers

You don't need a truck. Buyers pick up.

But if you're moving out and need to move furniture to the curb:

Rent a truck:

U-Haul

• Multiple locations in London
• $20-40/day plus mileage

Home Depot truck rental

• 1425 Huron Street
• $25 for 90 minutes

Hire help:

• Post in Facebook groups: "Need someone with truck to move furniture, $20-40/hr"
• Students with trucks are always looking for cash work

Disassemble when possible:

• IKEA furniture often disassembles
• Take photos during disassembly (helps buyer reassemble)
• Keep hardware in ziploc bag taped to piece

The "It's Not Selling" Checklist

If your furniture has been listed for 2+ weeks with minimal interest:

Problem 1: Price too high

Solution: Drop by 20%. Refresh listing. Note price drop in description.

Problem 2: Bad photos

Solution: Retake photos. Clean furniture. Natural light. Multiple angles.

Problem 3: Bad description

Solution: Rewrite with more detail. Add measurements. Be honest about condition.

Problem 4: Wrong platform

Solution: If on Marketplace only, add Fliku. If on Fliku only, add Marketplace.

Problem 5: Wrong time of year

Solution: Wait. Store furniture. Relist in August or September.

Problem 6: Item is undesirable

Solution: Drop price to $20-40. If still no, donate. Some things just don't sell.

What to Do With Furniture That Won't Sell

Step 1: Drop price 20% after 1 week

Step 2: Drop another 20% after 2 weeks

Step 3: Bundle with other items

"Take this dresser and nightstand for $100 total"

Step 4: Post in free groups

"Free IKEA dresser, needs pickup by Saturday"

Step 5: Curb alert

Post address in Free Stuff London group. Put on curb with "FREE" sign. It will disappear within hours.

Step 6: Donate

• Habitat for Humanity ReStore
• Mission Thrift
• Call for pickup options

Step 7: Pay for disposal

Last resort. Junk removal services or landfill fees.

Why Fliku Is Coming to London

Fliku started in Kingston and became the trusted alternative to Facebook Marketplace. Now we're bringing the same safety and verification to London.

What Fliku offers London sellers:

• Verified buyer profiles (real people, no scammers)
• User ratings (see who you're dealing with)
• Safe meetup locations built into the app
• In-app messaging (records everything)
• London focus (local only, no Toronto time-wasters)

The result: Less time answering stupid messages. More time selling to serious buyers.

[Join Fliku London - launching 2026]

FAQ: Selling Furniture in London

Q: What's the best time to sell furniture in London?

A: September (students arriving) = highest prices. April (students leaving) = most sales, lower prices.

Q: Where do Western students look for furniture?

A: Facebook Marketplace, Fliku, Western Free & For Sale Facebook group.

Q: Where do Fanshawe students look?

A: Same, plus Fanshawe-specific groups.

Q: How do I price IKEA furniture?

A: 50-70% of retail if in good condition. Check sold listings for same model.

Q: What if my furniture has scratches?

A: Be honest. Show them in photos. Price lower. Someone who plans to paint or refinish will still buy.

Q: Should I deliver furniture?

A: No. Pickup only. Delivery is a nightmare. Price for pickup.

Q: How do I avoid scams?

A: Meet at police station. Cash only or e-transfer that clears before item leaves. Trust your gut.

Q: What's the safest place to meet?

A: London Police Headquarters, 601 Dundas Street. Designated safe exchange zone.

Q: How do I sell a sofa?

A: Clean it. Photos in good light. No stains, no smells, no pets. Be honest about wear.

Q: What furniture is hardest to sell?

A: Large sectionals, old entertainment centers, stained mattresses, particle board junk.

The Bottom Line

Selling furniture in London is easy when you know what you're doing:

• Clean it
• Photo it well
• Price it right
• List on multiple platforms
• Meet safely
• Donate what doesn't sell

The right furniture at the right price will sell in days. The wrong furniture at the wrong price will sit forever.

Choose wisely. Price fairly. Sell confidently.

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