WHAT I BUY
I buy used or cracked phones like:
- iPhones
- Samsung Galaxy
- Google Pixel
- Most Android phones.
One thing I can’t buy are phones that are iCloud locked or reported lost or stolen. If yours is clean and you know the model, just text me and I’ll tell you straight what it’s worth.
HOW IT WORKS
Step 1: Text me
Send me the model and a photo of your phone. Don’t know the exact specs? Just send a photo, and I’ll let you know.
Step 2: Get a quote
You’ll get a quote fast. If the price works for you, I’ll pick a spot in Arlington to meet – usually a Starbucks, Whole Foods, or police station.
Step 3: Get Paid
I’ll inspect your phone. This usually takes 3–10 minutes. Then I pay you on the spot with cash, Venmo, PayPal, or Zelle.
WHAT DETERMINES YOUR PHONE'S VALUE
Here’s what I actually look at when I give you a quote.
Newer and in-demand models hold their value. Everything else drops faster than people expect. An iPhone 15 Pro or Samsung S24 Ultra walks in the door and I’m already doing math in my head. An iPhone 12 or older Android? The ceiling is low before I even look at it. .
Storage matters more than most people think. A 256GB or 512GB version of the same phone can be worth $50 to $100 more than the base model. If you went with the 128GB to save money up front, that decision shows up again when you sell.
Condition is the one thing you can still control. A clean screen with no cracks is worth real money. Cracked glass or a battery sitting under 80% health? I can still buy it, the number just comes down because I’m pricing in what the next buyer is going to spend to fix it. Water damage or a busted Face ID goes case by case. Sometimes it works out, sometimes it doesn’t.
Battery health: 85% and above is the sweet spot. Once it drops under 80%, buyers start factoring in a replacement cost. So do I.
Unlocked phones sell to anyone. Carrier-locked phones sell to fewer people. That gap shows up in the offer.
The box and charger are a nice bonus but you don’t need them. Most people don’t have them anyway. Phone only is fine.
WHERE WE MEET
We’ll meet at either a Starbucks, Whole Foods, McDonalds, or other public spot.
Could even meet at a police station if meeting a stranger with cash makes you want backup.
I’ll confirm the exact spot once you’ve accepted my offer for your phone. When we meet, it usually takes a quick 10-15 minutes from inspecting your phone to paying you cash.
WHY LOCALS TRUST ME
My name is Ex. It’s just me doing this with my dog Bishop. Which means when you text me, I’m the one who texts back.
People come from Arlington, D.C., Alexandria, Crystal City, Falls Church, Annandale. A lot of them come back the next time they upgrade their phone.
Most people are a little skeptical the first time. A same day quote and a 10 minute meetup sounds too easy. But that’s genuinely how it works, and the reviews below are from real Arlington customers who felt the same way before they texted.
My job is to make things as easy as possible for you.
One text. One quote. One meetup. Done.
I want you to come back, I want you to tell your friends, I want your repeat business. I don’t get that if I don’t treat you right.
Great experience and very professional! Met at Starbucks and everything went quick and smooth. Very easy to communicate with and will definitely recommend! Sold iPad very easy and for a great price!
Jada BrownApril 3, 2026
Great service honest guy sold my r50 with a fair price I’m definitely coming back!!
beliber 020March 23, 2026
Sold my Mac book to Ex and I could not be happier! Extremely professional and hassle free! Thanks Arlington BuyBack!
Tanner HardwickFebruary 12, 2026