Game Day Sports Cards – This is considered one of the best stores in Tucson for selling baseball cards and other sports memorabilia. They have been in business for over 25 years and have built a strong reputation for paying fair prices and treating sellers well. They have a large customer base of collectors and are able to move inventory quickly. Sellers can expect to get 50-60% of the cards’ valued prices on graded and high-end cards. For common cards, they will purchase by the thousand for 3-5 cents each depending on condition and player/year. Game Day also buys full collections and will make bulk purchase offers. They are located at 4501 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ 85711.
Card Shack – Another excellent locally owned shop that has been in Tucson for decades. Card Shack specializes in baseball cards, basketball cards, football cards, and other trading cards. They have a staff of experienced buyers who are able to assess condition and value cards accurately. For graded and rare cards priced over $50, sellers can expect 50-65% of purchase price depending on demand. Common/bulk cards are purchased at 4-6 cents each for near-mint year/player combinations. Card Shack is more selective than some shops about what they are willing to purchase in bulk, so higher quality common cards have a better chance of selling. Location is 6162 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85712.
A1 Comics & Cards – This store located in central Tucson offers competitive pricing for baseball cards and is a bit larger than some other local shops. A1 Comics & Cards has more room to store inventory than smaller shops so they are usually looking to purchase larger collections. They often pay 40-50% of catalog value for graded/valuable cards priced over $100 and 4-6 cents each for common cards. A1 also sells cards so they are more picky than pure resellers about what they are willing to take off sellers’ hands if the cards may not move quickly. Location is 4747 E Fort Lowell Rd #19, Tucson, AZ 85712.
The Great Escape Games – While primarily focused on gaming cards, figures, and accessories, The Great Escape Games does purchase decent amounts of sports cards including baseball. They draw buyers from a gaming/collectible customer base rather than just sports card collectors. Pricing is fair at around 40-60% of catalog value for premium cards depending on condition and 50-100% of bulk buylists/catalog prices for common needs. Shipping is available if needed. Location is 6145 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85711.
Classified Ads – Sellers can also try selling baseball cards in Tucson through online classified ad sites such as Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, Craigslist, eBay, or yard sale sites. This allows potentially reaching collectors outside just the local market. It takes more work to photograph/list cards individually though compared to selling to a store. Research recent “sold” prices to be competitive. Meeting buyers in a public place is recommended for safety. Online payment options provide protection for both buyers and sellers.
Sports Card Shows – During non-pandemic times, local shops in Tucson often host baseball card shows on weekends where individual collectors browse tables to buy/sell directly with each other. Vendors pay table fees to sell. These shows draw serious collectors who may pay more than local stores for higher value vintage and stars cards. Check with local stores for scheduled show dates as they are a good option when you have a collection to liquidate quickly to many potential buyers at once.
In summary, Tucson has several reliable local card shops that will offer fair prices for collections both large and small. Shops provide convenience and quicker bulk sales compared to individual listing. Online classifieds and in-person shows expand the potential buyer pool beyond local collectors too. Researching prices, vetting reputable buyers, and focusing on higher quality cards will help maximize profits when selling baseball cards in Tucson. Let me know if any part of this answer needs further clarification or expansion.
