How much does a surplus tool box sell for at government auction?

Across 385 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median tool box sold for $28, with most closing between $7 and $175. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus tool box?

Government agencies sell surplus tool box through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live tool box listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.

Are these sold prices before or after fees?

These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Tool box: what it sells for at government auction

Name: Tool box median final sale prices — United States government auction
Creator: GovAuctions

The median tool box lot sold for $28 across 385 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $7 and $175.

Median sale

$28

Typical range

$7–$175

Completed lots

385

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Median sale price by month

2026-07

$27

2026-06

$34

2026-05

$61

Recent sold tool box examples

Leatherman Super Tool 300 Multi-Tools - Shipping $14.99 /KK$500
Sold Jul 15, 2026 · AZ
Craftsman Mechanics Tool Kit$175
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Craftsman Mechanics Tool Kit$175
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · MI
2023 Decked system tool box$700
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · NC
SURVIVAL TOOL LOT$20
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · VA
AWP Tool Bag And More 5+ Pieces$13
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Tool box sold prices by state

California$130 (31)Kentucky$87 (24)Colorado$53 (23)Georgia$13 (23)Virginia$73 (21)North Carolina$77 (19)Ohio$22 (19)Alaska$22 (18)Pennsylvania$7 (17)Texas$35 (16)Arizona$88 (15)Tennessee$37 (14)Missouri$61 (13)Washington$30 (12)Nevada$3 (10)Utah$28 (8)

Other tools sold prices

Generator $650 Air compressor $131 Drill $39 Hand tools $97 Welder $155 DeWalt $51 Grinder $123 Leatherman $146 Lathe $576 Milwaukee $65

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus tool box sell for at government auction?: Across 385 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median tool box sold for $28, with most closing between $7 and $175. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus tool box?: Government agencies sell surplus tool box through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live tool box listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?: These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Methodology: median final winning bid on tool box lots that closed on official United States government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.