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Sell my Apple iPhone 13

Condition guide

How we grade every device that comes in, in plain English.

Condition	What it means
Flawless	No scratches or scuffs anywhere. Screen and body look like new. Fully working, no cracks.
Good	Light, minor scratches or scuffs from normal use, none deep. No cracks or dents. Fully working.
Fair	Heavier scratches, scuffs, or a small dent, but no cracks in the glass or screen. Fully working.
Cracked screen	Cracked or chipped screen or back glass, but it still powers on and the touchscreen works.
Broken	Powers on but has a fault, a bad display, or a part not working (camera, buttons, Face ID).
Won't power on	Won't turn on or hold a charge. We still buy it for parts.

At inspection

Common iPhone 13 issues we check at inspection

Screen burn-in on OLED display. Ghost images from status bar, navigation buttons, or keyboard visible on OLED panels after extended use. Common on Super Retina XDR displays.
Battery degradation below 80% health. Original battery showing <80% maximum capacity after 2+ years of use. Expected for a 2021 device.
Cosmetic damage to Ceramic Shield front glass. The Ceramic Shield, while durable, can still develop micro-scratches or chips, especially around the edges.
Face ID malfunctions. The TrueDepth camera system for Face ID can be sensitive to damage or dust, leading to intermittent or complete failure.
Charging port issues. Lint accumulation or wear on the Lightning port can cause charging or data transfer problems.
Water damage indicators tripped. Despite IP68 rating, internal liquid contact indicators may trip, often not visible externally but can cause internal corrosion.

Trade-in value, last 12 monthsDown ~14%, sell before it drops more

Jul: $224now: $193

Real cash vs a carrier trade-in

Your iPhone 13 offer is paid as real cash you can spend anywhere. A carrier “trade-in” of a similar size is bill credit spread over 24 to 36 months, and only while you buy a new phone and stay on their plan.

BuyBackBear

up to $241 cash

Real cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
Yours to spend anywhere, no strings
We beat any competitor’s written quote by $2

Carrier trade-in

Bill credit

Spread over 24 to 36 monthly bill credits
Only if you buy a new phone and stay on plan
Leave early and the remaining credit disappears

Reference

Model numbers and every configuration we price, one tap away. The quote above already covers the exact variant you pick.

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How to identify your iPhone 13

Make sure you're quoting the exact model and variant, it's what locks your price.

1.Open Settings → General → About on the iPhone 13.
2."Model Name" confirms it's an iPhone 13; tap "Model Number" to reveal the A-number (e.g. A2849).
3."Capacity" shows your storage, pick the matching size above for an exact quote.
4.Dial *#06# to get the IMEI (you'll need it to sell).

Variants & configurations we buy

Select yours above for an exact cash offer.

Storage: 128GB · 256GB · 512GB
Carriers: Unlocked, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon & more
Conditions: Flawless · Good · Fair · Cracked · Broken · Won't power on
Released: 2021
Launch price: $799
Model #: A2482, A2631, A2633, A2635

First, turn off Find My before you sell your iPhone 13

A device still signed into iCloud is Activation Locked and worth almost nothing to any buyer. The walkthrough covers the exact taps, the iCloud route if you no longer have it to hand, and the clean erase.

Prefer to read? Full transcript and takeaways →

Four steps

How it works

Four steps, no surprises. Decline any revised offer for free, we even pay the return shipping.

1
Get your quote
Pick your model and condition for an instant, honest offer. Price locked 14 days.
2
Ship it free
We email a prepaid FedEx/UPS label and your 5 nearest drop-off spots. Pack it with our guide.
3
We inspect & wipe
We test, certify-erase your data (NIST 800-88), and email your Certificate of Data Erasure.
4
Get paid fast
Choose PayPal, debit, Venmo, or a gift-card bonus. Don't like a revised offer? Free returns.

Answers

Selling your iPhone 13: FAQs

Straight answers on value, condition and getting paid for your iPhone 13.

How much is a Apple iPhone 13 worth?

A iPhone 13 in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $241 right now with BuyBackBear. Exact value depends on storage, carrier and condition, get your instant quote above. Your quote is locked for 14 days.

What is the iPhone 13 trade-in value?

The iPhone 13 trade-in value runs up to $241 for a flawless, unlocked unit and scales down with storage, carrier lock and condition. We re-price daily against the market, so the number in your quote is current, and we'll beat any competitor's written quote by $2.

Can I sell a iPhone 13 with a cracked screen?

Yes. A iPhone 13 with a cracked screen that still powers on is worth around $72. Select "Cracked screen" above for your exact offer, we buy damaged and broken devices too.

Where can I sell my iPhone 13 for cash?

Right here, get an instant quote above, ship it free with a prepaid label, and we pay cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check quickly after we inspect it. No stores, no haggling, and free return shipping if you decide not to sell.

Do I get more selling my iPhone 13 here than trading it in with my carrier?

Almost always. Carriers pay "up to" headline amounts as bill credits spread over 24 to 36 months, and only if you buy a new phone and stay on their plan. BuyBackBear pays cash after inspection, no strings.

How do I wipe my iPhone 13 before selling it?

Back up, then Settings → [your name] → Sign Out (this turns off Find My / Activation Lock), remove your SIM, and Erase All Content and Settings. We also wipe it again to NIST 800-88 standards and email you a Certificate of Data Erasure.

What if my iPhone 13 is worth less after inspection?

If our inspection changes your quote, we send photo evidence and give you 14 days to accept or decline. Decline and we ship your iPhone 13 back free, we never silently accept a lower offer for you.

How much can i sell my iphone 13 for?

Anywhere from $15 for a unit that won't power on up to $241 for a flawless unlocked one. Storage, carrier and condition set the exact number, the instant quote above shows yours in seconds.

Where can i sell my iphone 13?

Right here. Lock an instant quote for your iPhone 13 above, ship it free, and we pay by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check after inspection, plus we beat any written competitor quote by $2.

Where can i sell my iphone 13 for cash?

Right here. Lock an instant quote for your iPhone 13 above, ship it free, and we pay by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check after inspection, plus we beat any written competitor quote by $2.

How to bypass icloud lock on iphone 13?

You can't legitimately bypass Activation Lock, and no reputable buyer accepts a locked iPhone 13. Sign out of iCloud in Settings before you sell, that removes the lock the legal way and gets you the full offer.

How much can I sell my iPhone 13 for?

From $15 (won't power on) to $241 (flawless, unlocked). No listing fees, no shipping costs and no haggling, the quote you lock is the cash we pay if the device matches your description.

Where can I sell my Apple iPhone 13 near me?

Anywhere in the US, no store visit needed. We email a free prepaid label, you drop the box at any carrier location, and payment goes out after inspection. Mail-in buyback beats kiosk and store walk-in offers almost every time.

Can I sell a broken iPhone 13?

Yes. Cracked glass, bad battery, even a iPhone 13 that won't turn on, we buy them all. Broken units start around $15, just pick the matching condition above for your exact offer.

Is a used iPhone 13 still worth anything in 2026?

Yes, a 5-year-old iPhone 13 in good shape still brings up to $241. Resale value keeps sliding as newer models launch, so the sooner you sell, the more of that value you keep.

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