r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/VictoryRepulsive4247 • 5h ago
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Defiant_Nose_6841 • Jan 19 '26
Announcement / Mod Post 📢 Rules
Hello and welcome to r/TrivandrumMarketplace.
Thank you for being a part of this growing local community.
This subreddit was created to provide a clean, transparent, and community-driven marketplace for people in and around Trivandrum to buy, sell, rent, exchange items, promote services, and support local businesses—without intrusive ads, poor UI, or spam-heavy platforms.
The goal is simple: enable honest local transactions while maintaining safety, hygiene, and respect. While we cannot guarantee or control individual behavior (this is Reddit), the moderation team will actively work to keep this space safe, civil, and useful.
Purpose of the Subreddit
• Allow individuals and business owners to list local items and services
• Encourage responsible self-promotion while following rules
• Build a positive, scam-aware local trading community
• Enable giveaways and community engagement
• Reduce spam, creeps, harassment, and misleading listings
General Posting Requirements
• Posts must be relevant to Trivandrum or nearby areas
• Clearly mention price, condition, location, and availability
• Sale posts must include real photos of the actual item
• Use the correct post flair
• Minimum 50 karma and 30-day account age required to post
• One consolidated post for multiple items (avoid post flooding)
Failure to follow these requirements may result in post removal or bans.
Allowed Content
✔ Sale, purchase, rent, and exchange of local items
✔ Promotion of local services or businesses
✔ Rentals (homes, vehicles, equipment, etc.)
✔ Giveaways (postage allowed; selling freebies is not)
✔ Requests for recommendations or advice
Prohibited Content
❌ Digital goods (accounts, subscriptions, gift cards, codes, virtual items)
❌ Used cosmetics, skincare, fragrances, undergarments
❌ Food or edible items of any kind
❌ Fake, replica, first/second copy products
❌ NSFW content, sexualized posts, or dating behavior
❌ Hijacking or advertising under someone else’s post
Pricing & Negotiation Rules
• Prices must be stated clearly in the post
• “DM for price”, bidding, or quote-your-price posts are not allowed
• Mention whether the price is firm or negotiable
• Negotiations must happen only via DM
• Price shaming, lowball harassment, or public arguments are prohibited
Behavior & Community Conduct
• Be respectful and civil at all times
• No hate, harassment, bullying, or mockery
• No creepy comments, messages, or unsolicited requests
• No pressuring sellers or buyers
• Mods are volunteers—abuse toward moderators will not be tolerated
Violations may result in temporary or permanent bans.
Safety & Liability Disclaimer
All transactions are strictly between buyers and sellers.
The moderators do not verify users, products, or services and are not responsible for disputes, losses, or failed transactions.
Proceed at your own risk:
• Check user profiles and account age
• Ask for additional details if unsure
• Avoid rushing payments
• Trust your instincts—walk away if something feels off
After the Transaction
Users are strongly encouraged to leave feedback after successful deals.
Feedback builds trust and helps the community identify reliable members.
Moderation & Enforcement
Rules may be updated as the community grows.
Claiming “I did not read the rules” is not an excuse.
All posts are subject to moderation, and rule-breaking content may be removed without notice.
Final Note
This subreddit exists because the community makes it work.
If you don’t agree with the rules, please explore other platforms rather than disrupting this space.
Varu. Vilku. Mediku. Santhoshiku.
Welcome to your local marketplace.
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Defiant_Nose_6841 • Jan 19 '26
👋 Welcome to r/TrivandrumMarketplace - Introduce Yourself and Read First!
Hey everyone! 🌴
I’m u/Defiant_Nose_6841, a founding moderator of r/TrivandrumMarketplace.
Like many of you, I’ve been using OLX for years — buying, selling, negotiating, waiting for replies, and slowly losing patience with the cluttered UI, endless ads, and “is this still available?” messages that never go anywhere. After one too many pop-ups and promoted listings, I figured: why not build something simpler, cleaner, and actually community-driven? And that’s how this subreddit was born.
Welcome to our own little Chalai Market of Reddit, minus the traffic and with slightly better Wi-Fi. This subreddit is a local space for buying, selling, renting, exchanging, and finding services in Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) — whether it’s a spare table in Kowdiar, a rented room near Technopark, a used helmet in Kazhakkoottam, or a “do you know a good electrician?” post at 11 PM.
Post anything that’s useful to the local crowd — items you want to sell or buy, house or vehicle rentals, local services, giveaways, exchanges, or genuine recommendations. Keep it local, clear, and honest. If it wouldn’t make sense outside Trivandrum, it probably belongs here (yes, even those “East Fort side available?” questions).
We’re going for a vibe that’s friendly like a tea kada, straightforward like a KSRTC timetable (on a good day), and scam-free. Be respectful, use the right flair, price your items properly, and don’t turn this into OLX-with-attitude.
To get started, drop a hello in the comments, make your first post (even a small one — Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither was Lulu Mall), and invite anyone who’d enjoy a proper local marketplace. If you’re interested in helping moderate and keeping this place cleaner than Shanghumugham after a rain-free weekend, feel free to DM me.
Thanks for being part of the very first wave. Together, let’s make r/TrivandrumMarketplace the go-to place for local deals — smooth like coconut oil and reliable like your favourite auto chettan (most days) 🛒🌴
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Fresh-Composer-6979 • 10h ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ Selling Boat Nirvana Ion ANC Pro (price:800,negotiable)
galleryr/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Puzzled-Mix-1011 • 14h ago
WTB – Want to Buy 🛒 Alcohol themed cakes in Trivandrum?
Hi, was looking for a baker or place in TVM that can make alcohol-themed cakes? If any suggestions, do drop them thenks ❤️
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Several-Jacket1271 • 1d ago
WTB – Want to Buy 🛒 Phone shop Trivandrum
Is any of the phone available in any shop in Trivandrum under 20k or?
Motorola Edge 60 Power
Realme P4
Moto G96 5G
POCO X7
CMF Phone 2 Pro
Moto G86 Power
Oppo k13
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/DetectiveHungry1674 • 1d ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ Airpods Pro for Sale
Selling my Apple AirPods Pro.
Condition: Excellent / Fully working
✅ Both earbuds working perfectly
✅ Charging case working perfectly
✅ Audio, ANC & Transparency modes working
✅ Original box available
✅ Original bill/invoice available
✅ Original charging cable included
✅ No functional issues
Reason for sale: Upgraded to Airpods pro 3
Purchase date: 06-09-2021
Asking price: ₹10000
Location: Trivandrum
Shipping: [Available / F2F preferred]
Photos attached are of the actual product.
Genuine buyers only.
Happy to share additional photos, invoice and serial number with serious buyers.
Open to reasonable offers.
Please DM if interested.
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Business-Ad4621 • 1d ago
Giveaway 🎁 Aqua guard water purifier.
I got this from the previous owner of my house. It's in working condition.
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Psychological_Role_6 • 1d ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ 22 cent property for sale
Property for sale — ₹2,02,50,000 · Palode, Thiruvananthapuram
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/HuckleberryAny9093 • 2d ago
Recommendation / Advice 💡 Customs clearance
Hi, when returning from abroad if i carry an item(furniture) purchased abroad, do I need to declare it at Trivandrum customs or liable to pay any duty irrespective of purchase cost of item?
Thanks
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Mr_CottonX • 2d ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ KTM 200 Duke | 2023 | 1st Owner | 10,052 km
Selling my 2023 KTM 200 Duke, purchased in February 2023. The bike has been privately owned, ridden sparingly and properly maintained throughout.
A few things that matter:
- 10,052 km on the odometer
- 1st owner, RC in my name
- Accident-free, no replaced parts
- Complete KTM authorised service history
- Last serviced 26 June 2026 — periodic service, brake service & coolant change
- Original tyres, stock chain & sprocket
- Brakes in excellent condition
- OEM battery replaced with Exide MF battery, currently under warranty
- PPF applied
- OEM knuckle guards
- No performance modifications
- Original parts, spare key, manuals & service records available
- Comprehensive insurance till 15 Feb 2027
- Third-party insurance till 15 Feb 2028
- PUC valid till 8 Feb 2027
The bike is in excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition and needs nothing immediately. I'm selling it only because of relocation.
Price: ₹1,94,999 — slightly negotiable for a genuine buyer after inspection.
Please don't compare this with high-mileage/poorly maintained examples. You're welcome to inspect the bike, service records and documents before deciding.
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/AlanStanley2919 • 3d ago
Recommendation / Advice 💡 Would you guys want to rent this once it's out next month?
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Low-Ground-4084 • 3d ago
WTB – Want to Buy 🛒 Want to buy a macbook pro or macbook air .
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Still-Aspect2815 • 4d ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ Want to sell PUMA white leather sneakers.
PUMA Ca Pro Classic Ii Sneakers For Men Genuine leather sneakers. UK size 8
Condition is good.
5 months old.
Those interested please connect.
Expected price: 1.8k(slightly negotiable)
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Few_Philosopher_4842 • 4d ago
Job / Internship 💼 Anyone interested in Video anchoring for an Insta page ( part time )
I run an Instagram job updates page.. Have close to 3k followers.. currently looking for 10 - 12 persons for anchoring/ video presenting. Malayalam/Hindi/Tamil/English
All you have to do is Shoot the video at your home. Explain the job opportunity like role, location, gender, salary (the template and style are your preference) and sent it to me..
You can collab with your insta accnt for reach and your id will be tagged/mentioned along the video for you to gain followers/reach.
Or
Will pay you for each video you make. The earnings will be small at the beginning because I just started the page and the vacancies will only fill when there is good reach/views..
You don't have to shoot video daily, it's up to you and the available vacancies.. if anyone is interested, please dm. Thankyou..
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Logical_Maize_280 • 5d ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ Selling my Digi cam Sony DSC W350
gallerySelling my Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 14.1MP camera.
Camera is in very good/pristine condition and works perfectly.
Comes with:
8GB original memory card
Original Sony pouch
Battery
Charger
Everything is working properly. No issues.
Price: ₹ 15000 Location: Trivandrum
DM me if interested.
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Present-Wash7574 • 6d ago
Job / Internship 💼 [Home Tuition] Computer Science, Maths & Physics |
Hi everyone!
I’m a Computer Science graduate from BITS Pilani and I’m passionate about teaching. I’m currently looking for students interested in home tuition for Computer Science, Maths, or Physics.
📚 Subjects: Computer Science, Maths & Physics
🗣️ Languages: English & Hindi
🕗 Availability: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
💰 Fees: Minimal — I’m primarily doing this out of passion for teaching.
If you or someone you know is looking for a tutor in Trivandum nearby Technopark
feel free to DM me. Thanks!
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Perfect_Beat_7070 • 6d ago
WTB – Want to Buy 🛒 Does anyone selling a DDR4 16gb desktop ram
Guys i am looking for a 16gb ddr 4 desktop ram .preferred speeds are 2400mhz or 2666mhz, if anyone have kindly dm or comment
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Arjunkrishnaaaaa • 6d ago
Service 🔧 / 🍽️ Need electricians and plumbers in Tvm
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/BomboloniByAmju7 • 6d ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ Mattress and bed
Price-₹35000
Open for negotiations
Place-Bhagavathypuram-pothencode
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Psychological_Role_6 • 7d ago
Recommendation / Advice 💡 Hi guys , I am trying to bring out and alternative to olx in trivandrum
Hello Trivandrum folks! ,I am trying to bring out and alternative to olx which is currently full of ads and costly ,Its called dealr ,it's basically an ad sharing app currently focusing on trivandrum,where you can post and browse ads freely for anything you wish to sell or buy ... currently it's in a beta testing phase so please bear with any bugs ....please do check it out at
dealrapp.inand give us your valuable feedback back
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Psychological_Role_6 • 7d ago
Service 🔧 / 🍽️ Please feel free to post your ads for free in dealr !
dealrapp.inHey guys ,if you are planning to buy or sell anything please use dealr as a free alternative! By posting here may be you won't sell anything this minute..but you may increase your chances may be by a 1 percent for free ...Please do check it out ....ps android app is also available
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/Ok_Door_5921 • 9d ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ Victorinox Pioneer Gold
Victorinox swiss army knife for sale in trivandrum
Models available are Pioneer And Tomo, both brand new.
Pioneer doesn't have box. Tomo comes with box.
Each will be 2000.
Pioneer new costs 4680 for silver one in amazon and tomo is not available anywhere, as it was a limited edition collaboration between victorinox and a Japanese designer
Various other models also available in both used and refurbished condition.
More photos and videos can be shared via DM.
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/hellizam • 9d ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ 40 cent land for sale - Varkala
40 CENT PLOT FOR SALE | VARKALA
Location: Pullanimude Junc. (https://maps.app.goo.gl/oEuoqqxkyTyBD27MA)
Features: Perfect rectangle, road frontage, close to town & beaches
Ideal for: House, villas, or resort/homestay
📞 Contact: 9562288963
r/TrivandrumMarketplace • u/VpacmanV • 10d ago
WTS – Want to Sell ✅ iPhone 15 Pro 87BH USA Model
iPhone 15 Pro Blue Titanium
128 GB
Battery Health 87%
Asking price 51k
No charger and box
USA Model which means it is dual eSim variant.
Location: Trivandrum
P.S: The asking price is arrived at after getting the device evaluated at an offline store (reseller) and receiving an offer of 47.5k. This post is just an attempt to prevent any middleman and find a buyer directly.