Cat trees are the definition of a buy-it-used product: they cost $100 to $400 new, they are enormous to ship, and most get retired in great condition when a household moves or a cat passes on. A sturdy second hand tree at a third of retail is one of the best deals in pet ownership, and because no courier wants to touch a 6-foot cat tower, the used market is entirely local.
The listings below come from owners in your area. Message the seller on the site, pick it up with a hatchback and a friend, and give it a refresh with the guide below.
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What to check before buying
Grab the top platform and rock it: a quality tree barely moves, and a wobbly one is a tip-over risk with a big cat. Check that the base is solid and heavy, that posts have not delaminated from their platforms, and that the sisal wrap is at least mostly intact (worn sisal is re-wrappable for about $20 in rope; loose platforms are structural and not worth fixing). Sniff for urine: once a tree has been sprayed, the smell is nearly impossible to remove from bare wood and carpet, and your own cat may start marking over it. That is the one dealbreaker.
Refreshing a used tree
Vacuum thoroughly, then go over carpeted surfaces with a stiff brush and an enzyme cleaner. Re-wrap tired scratch posts with sisal rope from any hardware store, stapled at the ends. A sun-dry afternoon outside kills most odour bacteria. New cats generally accept a used tree quickly, especially if you rub a little catnip into the platforms the first week.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a used cat tree near me?+
Right here. Local owners list second hand cat trees, towers, and scratching posts, and every sale is local pickup, which is the only practical way to move a cat tree. No fees for buyers or sellers.
Is it OK to get a second hand cat tree?+
Yes, with one hard rule: never buy a tree that smells of cat urine, because spray odour survives cleaning and can trigger your own cat to mark it. Beyond that, check stability, re-wrap worn sisal for a few dollars, clean carpeted areas with an enzyme cleaner, and sun-dry it for an afternoon.
How much should a used cat tower cost?+
Around 25 to 40% of retail. A $250 floor-to-ceiling tower in solid condition sells used for $60 to $100. Small single-post trees under $30 new are usually not worth buying used; the value is in the big multi-platform towers.
Can I sell my cat tree here after my cat passed?+
Yes, and it is a genuinely kind thing to do: your tree goes to a home that could not justify retail, and listing is free. Many sellers in this situation list free-for-pickup, and those listings are claimed within days.