Used washer price by age and condition
These bands are our estimate, for a mid-range washer (high-efficiency top-load or standard front-load) that cost $700–$1,300 new. They’re rounded to $5. The method is new price × age factor × condition factor, explained below. The calculator above works out a figure for your own washer.
| Age | Like new | Good | Fair | Not working |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | $385–$715 | $310–$570 | $210–$395 | $60–$105 |
| 3 years | $315–$585 | $250–$470 | $175–$320 | $45–$90 |
| 5 years | $245–$455 | $195–$365 | $135–$250 | $35–$70 |
| 8 years | $140–$260 | $110–$210 | $75–$145 | $20–$40 |
| 10+ years | $70–$130 | $55–$105 | $40–$70 | $10–$20 |
Basis: our estimate (method explained below).
Basic and premium washers in good condition:
| Age | Basic top-load ($450–$700 new) | Premium front-load ($1,300–$2,200 new) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | $200–$310 | $570–$970 |
| 3 years | $160–$250 | $470–$790 |
| 5 years | $125–$195 | $365–$615 |
| 8 years | $70–$110 | $210–$350 |
| 10+ years | $35–$55 | $105–$175 |
Basis: our estimate (method explained below).
What dealers actually charge and pay
Published prices from used-appliance dealers, viewed in September 2026. Dealer prices include testing, cleaning and a short warranty, so a private sale without a warranty normally comes in lower.
| Source | What they list | Price | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| KWR Appliances, Greenville, SC | Basic / Standard / Deluxe used washers | $175–$200 / $200–$225 / $225–$500+ | dealer published prices (30-day warranty) |
| ABC Appliances & Service (Tampa Used Appliances), FL | Starting prices by type | From $275 (any); $325 direct-drive top-load; $350 top-load with agitator; $375 commercial-capacity; $398 top-load without agitator; $425 stackable front-load | dealer published prices (30-day warranty) |
| Alberto’s Appliances, Austin, TX | Refurbished top-load washers | $350 | dealer published price (45-day warranty) |
| We Buy Appliances, Reno, NV | What they pay you for a washer | $50–$75 (selected brands, working or not) | dealer published buy price |
Across three dealers’ published prices, used washers retail for about $175–$500, and a fourth dealer pays $50–$75 to buy one. That gap is the dealer’s cost of repair, warranty and profit, and it’s why selling privately usually earns more. See where to sell used appliances.
How the estimate works
- New price. Consumer Reports lists new top-load agitator washers at $450–$1,500, high-efficiency top-loaders at $500–$1,200 and front-loaders at $730–$2,200. HomeGuide’s 2026 tiers are basic $450–$700, average $700–$1,300 and high-end $1,300–$2,000. We use $450–$700, $700–$1,300 and $1,300–$2,200.
- Age factor. It starts at 0.60 when new and falls in a straight line to 0.10 at 10 years, the typical washer life on our washer lifespan page. It stays at 0.10 after that.
- Condition factor. Like new 1.00, good 0.80, fair 0.55, not working 0.15. These follow the spacing of Commonplace’s resale condition bands.
That puts a nearly new, like-new washer at about 55–60% of its new price. This fits Consumer Reports’ finding that used appliances average about 50% off, and HomeSteady’s guidance that sellers can expect up to half the new price. Full method and evidence: how much is my used appliance worth.
What moves a used washer’s price
- Front-load vs top-load. Front-loaders cost more new, so they’re worth more used at the same age. Check the door gasket, though. Consumer Reports notes front-loaders can be prone to mold, mildew and odors. If you buy one, clean it before its first load of laundry.
- Stackable. Stackable front-loaders are the most expensive washers in the Tampa dealer’s starting prices ($425), above all its top-load types.
- Capacity and features. Consumer Reports’ tested washers range from a 1.9 cu ft compact to a 5.8 cu ft front-loader. Bigger and smart models cost more new and hold more value.
- Brand. Some buyers only take certain brands. The Reno dealer buys only Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, KitchenAid and some Kenmore.
- Matching pair. Angi notes that matching washer–dryer sets sit near the top of the used market. Commonplace reports recent set sales at $575–$1,125.
- Working vs not working. A washer that won’t drain or spin is worth parts value, roughly 15% of a working one in our model. Some dealers still buy non-working units cheaply.
- Recall status. Samsung recalled about 2.8 million top-load washers in November 2016, and about 663,500 more in December 2022 (a software repair). An unrepaired recalled washer can’t legally be sold. Run the model number through the recall check.
- Hoses and extras. GE recommends replacing washer fill hoses every 5 years. Old hoses are a small cost, but buyers notice them.
Before you buy or sell
Buyers: run a short cycle and watch it fill, drain and spin. Look for rust in the drum and water on the floor. Our buying checklist has the full 10-minute test.
Sellers: list the model number, age and the capacity in cu ft, and show a photo of the drum and gasket. A clear “works, tested today” note helps too.
Limitations
- The bands are estimates from a formula, checked against published dealer prices. We haven’t sampled private-sale listings.
- Dealer evidence comes from four stores in four states. Your local market may run higher or lower.
- The model can’t see hidden faults, like a failing bearing or pump, that a short test may miss.
- Commercial-grade or laundromat-style machines, compact units and washer–dryer combos are outside these bands.
What to do next
- Worth fixing instead? Try the repair or replace calculator.
- How much life is left: how long do washing machines last.
- Pricing a fridge too? See used refrigerator prices.
Checked against the sources below on 6 October 2026.
