# Kay 5 String — resale value

**Kay 5 String** is worth about **$289**, based on real closed eBay sales.

## Value

| Condition | Value (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| Used | $289 |

Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-08-04. They are estimates for reference, not offers or appraisals — condition, completeness and edition move them a lot, so compare against the sold listings before pricing anything.

## Check the market

- [Sold listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DKay%25205%2520String%2520Instrument%26LH_Sold%3D1%26LH_Complete%3D1%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-sold&p=md-sold) — the closed sales these medians are computed from
- [Live listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DKay%25205%2520String%2520Instrument%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-live&p=md-live) — what sellers are asking right now

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## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Kay |
| Model | 5 String |
| Used range | $249 – $289 |
| Sample size | 2 listings |
| Category | Folk Instruments |

## Kay 5 String resale value

The used Kay 5 String has a median Reverb asking price of **$289**, ranging from $249 to $289 across 2 current listings.

### What drives the price

For a used instrument, tonewoods, setup/playability, and originality move the price most. Vintage and limited runs command a premium; player-grade and modified examples sell for less.

## FAQ

**What is the typical used price range for this Kay 5 String?**

The used range for the Kay 5 String is between $249 and $289.

**How many listings are currently available for this model?**

There are currently 2 listings available for the Kay 5 String.

**Is the Kay 5 String a popular choice for beginner musicians?**

While not specified, this model is available in a budget-friendly used range, making it accessible for new players.

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Full price guide: https://junkpal.ai/products/kay-5-string-folk-instruments-reverb
How these values are computed: https://junkpal.ai/methodology
Cite as: "JunkPal price guide value as of 2026-08-04, based on real sold listings (junkpal.ai)"