Filing cabinet: what it sells for at government auction

The median filing cabinet lot sold for $8 across 123 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $2 and $13.

Median sale
$8
Typical range
$2–$13
Completed lots
123

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Median sale price by month

2026-06
$7
2026-05
$8

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus filing cabinet sell for at government auction?
Across 123 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median filing cabinet sold for $8, with most closing between $2 and $13. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus filing cabinet?
Government agencies sell surplus filing cabinet through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live filing 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.

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