What should I write in a listing for a used sofa?

Writing a good listing for a used sofa is mostly about answering the buyer's questions before they have to ask them. A person shopping for a sofa wants to know whether it will fit, whether it is comfortable, what condition it is in, and how they will get it home. If your listing answers those questions clearly, you will get fewer confused messages and more serious buyers. The sections below cover what to include, in the order buyers usually look for it, so you can write the whole listing in one pass.

Start with a clear title that names the type, size, material, and color. 'Three-Seat Leather Sofa in Brown' works better than 'Couch' because it matches the words buyers type into search. In the first lines of the description, give the key facts: overall width, depth, and height, the number of seats, the seat height if you know it, and whether the sofa is a sleeper, recliner, or sectional. Include the brand and model only if you are sure of them. If you do not know the brand, say so rather than guessing, because a wrong brand name can mislead a buyer and cause trouble later.

Next, describe the condition honestly. Note the age of the sofa if you know it, how much it was used, and whether it comes from a smoke-free or pet-free home. Describe the cushions: are they firm, soft, sagging, or recently replaced? Mention any stains, tears, fading, pet damage, or repairs, and point buyers to the photos that show them. Also say whether the frame and springs feel solid, whether any legs are loose, and whether the sofa has any smell. Buyers expect some wear on a used sofa, and honest notes about small flaws build trust far better than a description that claims the sofa is like new when it is not.

Finish with the practical details buyers need to plan a pickup. Say where the sofa is located, which floor it is on, whether there is an elevator or stairs, and whether you can help load it. State whether the legs or cushions come off, whether the sofa fits through a standard doorway, and whether delivery is possible or pickup only. Give your preferred contact method and the times you are available to show it. End with the price and whether you will consider reasonable offers, and keep the tone plain and friendly so buyers feel comfortable reaching out with a question.

A listing that covers the size, condition, history, and pickup details in plain language gives a buyer everything needed to decide. Write it once, read it back as if you were the buyer, and add anything you would still want to know before sending a message.

Next step: Post your sofa as a free ad on Realtor with the details above, and upgrade the listing if you want it to reach more buyers.