Trade-in and resale values for the Apple iPhone 13 — updated weekly. Last refreshed Apr 30, 2026.
| Storage | Excellent | Good | Fair | Cracked | Broken |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 128GB | $247 | $184 | $161 | $105 | $48 |
| 256GB | $276 | $218 | $189 | $138 | $57 |
| 512GB | $295 | $227 | $206 | $147 | $62 |
| Storage | Excellent | Good | Fair | Cracked | Broken |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 128GB | $195 | $147 | $143 | $86 | $43 |
| 256GB | $223 | $180 | $171 | $103 | $51 |
| 512GB | $242 | $189 | $189 | $113 | $57 |
| Storage | Excellent | Good | Fair | Cracked | Broken |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 128GB | $98 | $95 | $81 | $48 | $24 |
| 256GB | $115 | $128 | $100 | $62 | $29 |
| 512GB | $121 | $138 | $109 | $71 | $31 |
Carrier-locked devices typically discount 8–15% versus unlocked. Battery health below 85% reduces payouts roughly 20%.
iPhone 13 average resale ↑ from $215 (Feb) → $237 (Apr 2026). The post-iPhone-16 launch dip is now reversing.
Below 85% drops payouts about 20%. Below 80% — many buyers reclassify the device as "fair".
Phones still tied to an Apple ID or Google account get rejected outright. Sign out before listing.
iPhone 13 had a 128 GB base model — 256 GB and 512 GB versions command an unusually large premium because new stock dried up at those tiers.
The Pink and Green iPhone 13 colorways were limited-run; Pink 128 GB resells about 6% above the average across colors.
If you're running a buyback business, the gap between what end-users get and what wholesale buyers pay is your margin. Here's the spread on the iPhone 13 right now:
| Channel | What sellers get | Resell range | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct from public (cash) | $95–$184 | $239–$296 | ~$201 |
| Online buyback (BackMarket / Gazelle) | $95–$184 | $239–$296 | ~$55 |
See the iPhone 13 buying guide for the full spread analysis.
Yes — for ~$220 you get iOS 26 support, A15 Bionic, Face ID, and a strong camera. The main reasons to skip it: no Dynamic Island, Lightning instead of USB-C, no 120 Hz display.
Carrier trade-in offers ratchet down monthly. Third-party platforms are more stable. Current spread is ~$60 in favor of third-party platforms.
For 128 GB models, a $90 third-party screen repair lifts resale value about $75 — usually not worth it. For 256/512 GB models, the gap widens to ~$140 and repairs are typically worth it.
Yes — and you must also sign out of iCloud and remove Activation Lock before shipping. Phones received still tied to an Apple ID typically pay $0.
Before you buy or sell: run a free IMEI blacklist check — and read the iPhone 13 buying guide for the full inspection checklist.
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