How much can I sell a dining table for in Melbourne?

It depends on the material, size, brand and condition. Solid timber and well-known brands usually hold value better than laminate or flat-pack. The most reliable method is to look at what similar tables near you are listed for on Zirkly and price in the middle of that range.

Should I sell the dining table and chairs together or separately?

Together if the chairs match the table and are in similar condition, because many buyers want a full set. Separately if the chairs are mismatched or worn, or if the table is the main attraction. Say clearly in the listing which you are offering and how many chairs are included.

Where is the best place to sell a dining table in Melbourne?

A local marketplace built for furniture puts the table in front of buyers who are already looking for furniture and can collect nearby. Zirkly is free to list and charges no commission, and you can arrange pickup directly with the buyer.

How do I sell a dining table that is too big for the buyer's car?

Give the exact length, width and height, say whether the legs come off, and tell the buyer what vehicle is needed. Ask them to measure the tabletop against their vehicle and bring a helper.

Should I take the table apart before the buyer arrives?

If the legs unscrew, it is usually quicker to remove them beforehand, as long as the buyer is happy with that. Keep the screws and brackets in one labelled bag. If the table cannot be taken apart, say so in the listing.

What if my dining table has scratches or water rings?

Photograph them, describe them honestly and price the table to match. Many buyers accept normal wear; what they dislike is finding out at the door. Do not promise a repair you have not done.

How do I get paid safely when selling a dining table?

Confirm the payment has landed in your own account before the table leaves. Be wary of a buyer who overpays and asks for a refund of the difference, or who wants to pay for an expensive item without seeing it. Keep your messages in the app.

Can I sell a dining table with a cracked glass or stone top?

A cracked top can fail without warning, so it is a safety issue. If you decide to sell it, say clearly where the crack is, show it in the photos, and be upfront that it needs replacing.

How to Sell a Dining Table in Melbourne: Pricing & Pickup

Excerpt: Learn how to sell a dining table in Melbourne. Check its condition, price it, take better photos and arrange a smooth, safe pickup.

Quick summary: To sell a dining table in Melbourne, check it is sturdy, measure it and note the material, photograph the top and the legs, price it against similar tables, and say plainly how it comes apart and what vehicle the buyer needs. List it free on Zirkly, confirm the payment has landed before it leaves your home, and keep a note of who bought it.

A dining table is easy to sell if buyers know exactly what they are getting and exactly how to collect it. It is also one of the pieces most likely to go wrong at pickup, because it is big, it is heavy, and the buyer usually turns up with a car that is too small. This guide covers how to sell a dining table in Melbourne, from checking it over to handing it across.

Check the Table Before You List It

Put the table where you can walk around it and work through a short list.

Wobble. Push on each corner. Most wobble is loose bolts or leg brackets, and a few minutes with an Allen key or screwdriver fixes it. Fix it before you take photos.
The top. Look across the surface in side light for scratches, heat marks, water rings and chips. Run a hand along the edges.
Extension leaves and mechanism. If the table extends, open it fully, close it again, and check every leaf is there. A missing leaf changes what the table is worth, so say so.
Glass or stone. Check edges and corners for chips or cracks. A cracked top is a safety problem, not a cosmetic one.
A clean. Wipe the top and the legs and clear the underside.

Decide Whether to Sell the Table Alone or as a Set

If the chairs match the table and are in similar condition, listing them together is simple and many buyers want the full set. If the chairs are mismatched, worn, or the table is the real prize, list the table on its own and the chairs separately so buyers can choose. Whatever you pick, say it in the first line of the listing, and state the number of chairs.

Measure It and Describe the Material

Buyers need to know if the table fits their room and car, so give length, width and height in centimetres, the seat count, and the shape. For an extension table, give both the closed and fully open lengths.

State the material as far as you know it: solid timber, timber veneer, laminate, glass or stone. If you are not sure, say "believed to be" rather than guessing, and mention the finish. Buyers use the same sizing and material checks covered in our guide to buying a secondhand dining table and chairs, so answering them up front means fewer questions and fewer no-shows.

Add the brand and age if you know them. Zirkly can help draft your title and description from your photos, but read the result and make sure the measurements are filled in with your actual numbers before you publish.

Photograph the Parts Buyers Worry About

Move the table near a window and clear the background. Then take:

one wide shot from a corner showing the whole table
a close-up of the top in side light, so scratches are visible rather than a surprise
the legs and where they join the top
the underside, if the table is extendable or the frame is unusual
the extension fully open, if it extends
the chairs, if they are included, with a close-up of any wear on the seats

Showing wear and tear is part of describing the table accurately. The ACCC's guidance on selling safe second-hand products online says private sellers should make sure the information they give is accurate and truthful, and suggests clear photos that include any wear and damage.

Price It Against Similar Tables

Search Zirkly for dining tables in Melbourne and pick three that are closest to yours by material, size and condition. Say yours is a 180 cm solid timber table in good condition with one scratch:

A 150 cm laminate table in good condition is a weaker match, so yours should sit above it.
A 180 cm solid timber table in excellent condition is a stronger match, so yours should sit below it.
A 180 cm solid timber table in good condition is the closest match, so start near its asking price.

Then set your price a little above what you would accept, because buyers often negotiate. Keep in mind that these are asking prices, not what the tables sold for, so a table that has sat listed for weeks is a sign the price is too high. Our pricing guide has current ranges for dining tables, so there is no need to guess a number.

Be Upfront About Flaws

Write down every flaw: scratches, water rings, a chipped corner, a repaired leg, a stiff extension runner, a missing leaf. Buyers see the table in person, and a flaw found at the door usually means a lower offer or a walk-away. A flaw you disclosed is already priced in.

Do not promise repairs you have not done. If the table needs sanding, resealing or a new leaf, say so and price it as a project.

Plan the Pickup, Because This Is Where Tables Get Stuck

The table is the hard part of the sale, so work it out in the listing, not at the door.

Tell buyers how it comes apart. Test whether the legs unscrew before you list. If they do, say so. If the top is one piece and cannot be reduced, say that too, so buyers know it has to travel whole.
Take it apart beforehand if the buyer agrees. Put every screw, bolt and bracket in a labelled bag and tape it to the underside of the top. Then nothing gets lost.
Name the vehicle. A large table often needs a van, a ute or a trailer. Tell buyers to measure the tabletop against their vehicle.
Describe access. Mention stairs, a lift, a tight hallway or a narrow doorway so the buyer can plan.
Plan for two people to lift. Solid timber, glass and stone tops are heavy. Ask buyers to bring a helper, and protect the top with a blanket during the carry.

Put your pickup suburb in the listing. Buyers browse by suburb, for example second hand furniture in Wollert, so it helps nearby buyers find the table.

Keep Chats in the App, and Get Paid Safely

Keep your conversation with the buyer in Zirkly messages, so there is a record of what was promised.

On payment, Zirkly lets you and the buyer agree on cash or bank transfer. If you take a bank transfer, open your own banking app and confirm the money has landed before the table leaves your home, rather than trusting a screenshot. According to Scamwatch, warning signs when you are selling include a buyer willing to buy an expensive item without viewing it in person, and a buyer who sends more than the agreed price and asks you to refund the difference. If either happens, stop and do not send money back.

Choose a daytime pickup and have someone else home if you can. Afterwards, keep a simple note of who bought the table and when, since the ACCC suggests private sellers keep a record of who they sold to.