Gumtree
UK classifieds ideal for furniture, bikes and bulky local-collection items.
Monthly earnings
Varies
Startup cost
£0
Time per week
1-3 hrs
Difficulty
Medium
Earnings are estimates from published sources. Difficulty is our rating: needs some basic skills, setup or patience.
The basics
What it is and how it works
Post a free basic listing, arrange local collection, take cash or bank transfer on handover.
Where the money comes from
How the model works
- You list unused stuff
- A buyer pays through the platform
- You get paid in person or via the app
Honest numbers
What you could realistically earn
Whatever buyers pay for your items. Best for bulky goods that are expensive to post on other platforms.
No reliable monthly figure is published for Gumtree. What you make depends on what you have and how much you put in, so we don't show a scenario chart.
Step by step
How to get started
- 1
Create a Gumtree account
- 2
Post clear photos and price
- 3
Screen messages; meet in a safe public place for collection
- 4
Accept payment on collection
- Start on gumtree.com →
Costs
Free basic listings; optional paid boosts
Restrictions
Local focus; category rules; no-scam policies
Risks and catches
Meetup safety; fake payment scams; no buyer protection like marketplaces
Sources
- https://www.gumtree.com/
- https://www.gumtree.com/guides/g/best-places-to-sell-stuff-online-in-uk.html
Last checked: 9 November 2026. Terms change, so always check the platform before you sign up.
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