40+ Valuable Household Items That Could Be Worth a Fortune

Chances are, there's more money stored in our homes than we realize. Almost all of us have several old and unused things lying around in our houses. But, what we all often overlook is that there might be a few gems among that junk, hidden under plain sight! From dusty toys to rusty signboards, old-school relics to outdated gadgets, there's a very niche market for each of these collectibles, ready to pay you handsomely to hefty amounts in exchange. But, distinguishing treasures from trash isn't easy! So, to help you along, here's an extensive list of surprisingly valuable items you might not even know you own.

First released in October 2001, the iPod is a very popular millennial gadget. But, thanks to the rapid technological advancement, it’s already considered vintage! Many first-generation iPods have already been sold for as much as $20,000. So, if you've kept your first iPod by any chance, you’re in luck! If the product is in good condition, factory sealed or not, you’re likely going to get a good return if you find a buyer.

If iPods can be worth thousands today, why would their predecessors be any less? SONY Walkman is a device that first introduced music on the go to the masses. Released in 1979, the original model of TPS-L2 is worth nearly $450 now. Other valuable models are the WM EX808HG and the DD Quartz, both of which could fetch at least a couple of hundred dollars if sold in mint condition. With packages and accessories, it may add a few more bucks to the price.

You've already gotten the idea that old-school music players' prices are skyrocketing in the current antique market. Another addition to this growing list of old musical gadgets is the Zune. If you still have a Zune lying around from high school days, you might just be in luck. The die-hard audiophiles are out there, ready to pay you pretty handsomely for old Zune devices or other dedicated music players.

Superheroes are trendy, anywhere, in any form! Thanks to the DC and Marvel mania, the early comic book adventures of these characters can fetch a hefty profit. Recently, the Black Panther series from the '70s had a glorious moment on eBay — with prices ranging from $50 to $1,000! Prices usually skyrocket when a character has a movie made about them. If you've got a good condition comic of a certain character and their story is about to be made into a film, just get your eBay account ready!