This past month has been one of my most productive in arbitrage, not because I found the biggest deals of my life, but because I focused on consistency. Arbitrage isn’t just about chasing jackpot flips, it’s a game of volume, strategy, and timing.
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Still, every month brings a handful of standout wins, and this one was no exception. Here are my top 10 arbitrage wins from the past 30 days, along with the profit each product generated.
1. LEGO Star Wars Set, Profit: $42
This was the first win of the month and still one of my favorites. A local store marked these down 60% during a clearance event. LEGO almost always rebounds fast online, and this set was going out of circulation, which meant demand was spiking.
Bought for: $28
Sold for: $89
Easy, predictable, and profitable.
2. Wireless Earbuds (Brand Name), Profit: $31
Consumer electronics can be tricky, but this was a no-brainer: a popular pair of wireless earbuds was part of a one-day online flash sale. Inventory sold out in hours.
Bought for: $19
Sold for: $55
Fast sale, low risk, minimal prep.
3. Gaming Mouse, Profit: $18
This win came from scanning the clearance section of a big-box retailer. I noticed the price tag was wrong, lower than the online listing, and after verifying with an employee, I grabbed all six units.
Bought for: $11
Sold for: $29
Simple flip, quick payout.
4. Beauty Serum (Multi-Pack), Profit: $65
This is where multi-packs shine. Individually, the profit wasn’t huge, but bundled together they sold for a premium due to scarcity.
Bought for: $8 each ($32 total)
Sold for: $97
Small items, big margin.
5. Exercise Resistance Bands, Profit: $12
Not a massive profit, but I included this one because it sold within 30 minutes of listing. Sometimes speed is more valuable than margin.
Bought for: $5
Sold for: $20
6. Office Chair (Open Box), Profit: $72
Open-box items can be gold when handled carefully. This chair was practically new, with only the packaging damaged.
Bought for: $58
Sold for: $145
Local pickup, no shipping needed.
7. Coffee Maker (Compact), Profit: $24
I found these on clearance at a regional chain store. Home appliances tend to move quickly, especially around the holidays.
Bought for: $22
Sold for: $49
8. Baby Monitor, Profit: $37
Baby products are almost always profitable because parents buy with urgency. I sourced these during an online restock while the market price was trending upward.
Bought for: $45
Sold for: $88
9. Brand-Name Running Shoes, Profit: $28
Shoe arbitrage is underrated. Clearance footwear moves fast if you know the right sizes and brands. This pair sold in under 48 hours.
Bought for: $34
Sold for: $72
10. Board Game (Seasonal Edition), Profit: $19
Board games spike during holidays and weekends. This particular version had limited production, and once stock dried up, prices climbed.
Bought for: $12
Sold for: $38
Total Profit From These 10 Wins: $348
That’s not counting the dozens of smaller flips I made this month, these were just the highlights. Arbitrage isn’t about winning on every item. It’s about learning your market, sourcing smart, and staying consistent.
- Each of these wins taught me something:
- Pay attention to clearance markdown cycles.
- Watch for online flash sales, speed matters.
- Seasonal items can be gold mines with timing.
- Multi-packs are often overlooked but highly profitable.
- Open-box deals offer massive margin without much risk.
Ultimately, arbitrage is a game of patterns. The more you source, the better you get at spotting them.
