How much does a surplus file cabinet sell for at government auction?

Across 21 completed Canada government auctions since May 2026, the median file cabinet sold for $17, with most closing between $8 and $20. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus file cabinet?

Government agencies sell surplus file cabinet through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live file cabinet listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.

Are these sold prices before or after fees?

These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

File cabinet: what it sells for at government auction

According to GovAuctions.app sold-price data, the median file cabinet lot sold for $17 across 21 completed Canada government auctions since May 2026, with most closing between $8 and $20. The month-by-month trend is below.

Median sale

$17

Typical range

$8–$20

Completed lots

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Median sale price by month

2026-08

$20

2026-07

$14

2026-06

Recent sold file cabinet examples

File Cabinet$15
Sold Sep 7, 2026 · SASKATCHEWAN
File Cabinet$15
Sold Aug 31, 2026 · SASKATCHEWAN
Office Storage Cabinet with 2 File Drawers and Locking Doors$112
Sold Aug 27, 2026 · ALBERTA
File Cabinet$15
Sold Aug 25, 2026 · ONTARIO
4-Drawer Metal File Cabinet$15
Sold Aug 25, 2026 · ONTARIO
File Cabinet$15
Sold Aug 25, 2026 · ONTARIO

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Other furniture sold prices

Desk $21 Filing cabinet $20 Storage cabinet $34 Office chair $10 Locker $20 Bookcase $20

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus file cabinet sell for at government auction?: Across 21 completed Canada government auctions since May 2026, the median file cabinet sold for $17, with most closing between $8 and $20. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus file cabinet?: Government agencies sell surplus file cabinet through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live file cabinet listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?: These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Methodology: median final winning bid on file cabinet lots that closed on official Canada government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.