Price guide
Quinceañera dress resale & rental price guide
Short answer: a used quinceañera dress usually resells for 30–50% of what it cost new. Dresses priced under $300 tend to sell fastest.
What a used dress is worth
| Paid new | Typical resale (30–50%) |
|---|---|
| $600 | $180 – $300 |
| $1,000 | $300 – $500 |
| $1,500 | $450 – $750 |
| $2,500 | $750 – $1,250 |
Price toward the top of the range when the dress is dry-cleaned, in pristine condition, and comes with accessories like the hoop skirt, crown or cape.
How fast dresses sell by price
| Asking price | Likely to sell |
|---|---|
| Under $300 | Quickly |
| $300 – $600 | Average |
| Over $600 | Slower — expect more offers |
Other costs to plan for
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Alterations (hem, bodice) | $40 – $100 |
| Shipping a ballgown in the US | Set by each seller; large box needed |
| Round-trip shipping for a rental | $80 – $140 — why Quince Closet rentals are local pickup only |
| Quince Closet fees | None — buyers pay sellers directly |
Making an offer
On Quince Closet you can offer at least 50% of the asking price. The seller has 24 hours to accept, decline, or counter. Once a price is agreed, you have 24 hours to check out at that price.