How much does a surplus iPhone sell for at government auction?

Across 49 completed Canada government auctions in the last 12 months, the median iPhone sold for $259, with most closing between $81 and $278. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus iPhone?

Government agencies sell surplus iPhone through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live iPhone 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.

iPhone: what it sells for at government auction

The median iPhone lot sold for $259 across 49 completed Canada government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $81 and $278.

Median sale

$259

Typical range

$81–$278

Completed lots

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Median sale price by month

2026-08

$103

2026-07

$259

2026-06

$274

Recent sold iPhone examples

Smartphone: Apple iPhone SE (2nd Gen) (MHGE3VC/A)$50
Sold Aug 13, 2026 · ALBERTA
Smartphone: Apple iPhone SE (MHGE3VC/A)$50
Sold Aug 13, 2026 · ALBERTA
Smartphone: Apple iPhone XR (MT3R2LL/A)$72
Sold Aug 13, 2026 · ALBERTA
Smartphone: Apple iPhone XR (MRYR2VC/A)$32
Sold Aug 13, 2026 · ALBERTA
Smartphone: Apple iPhone 7 (MN972VC/A)$25
Sold Aug 13, 2026 · ALBERTA
Smartphone: Apple iPhone XR (MRYR2VC/A)$79
Sold Aug 13, 2026 · ALBERTA

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iPhone sold prices by state

British Columbia$259 (26)Alberta$103 (13)Ontario$280 (9)

Other electronics sold prices

Lenovo ThinkPad $121 Dell Latitude $220 Printer $70 Dell laptop $220 Projector $48 iPad $65 Monitor $59 Dell OptiPlex $262 HP laptop $166 MacBook $397

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus iPhone sell for at government auction?: Across 49 completed Canada government auctions in the last 12 months, the median iPhone sold for $259, with most closing between $81 and $278. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus iPhone?: Government agencies sell surplus iPhone through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live iPhone 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 iPhone 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.