Best Scripts for Responding to 'Is This Still Available?' on Facebook Marketplace

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title: "Best Scripts for Responding to 'Is This Still Available?' on Facebook Marketplace" date: "2026-02-13" description: "Copy-paste scripts and templates for responding to 'Is this still available?' on Facebook Marketplace. Proven reply strategies that convert buyers into sales, plus how AI auto reply handles it automatically."

If you sell anything on Facebook Marketplace, you know the message all too well: "Is this still available?"

It is the single most common message every seller receives, and for good reason. Facebook automatically suggests it as a quick-tap prompt when someone views your listing. The result? Sellers with even a handful of active listings can receive dozens of these messages every single day.

The challenge is real: ignore them and you lose potential sales. Reply too slowly and the buyer has already moved on to another seller. Reply with a generic "yes" and the conversation dies. But crafting thoughtful, personalized responses to every single one takes time you probably do not have.

This guide gives you 10 proven, copy-paste scripts for responding to "Is this still available?" that actually convert browsers into buyers. We will also cover the most common follow-up messages, how to choose the right script for your situation, and how to automate the entire process so you never have to type another reply manually.

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Why "Is This Still Available?" Matters More Than You Think

Most sellers treat "Is this still available?" as an annoyance. But here is what the data shows: the speed of your first reply is the single biggest predictor of whether a Facebook Marketplace conversation leads to a sale.

According to marketplace selling data, sellers who respond within 5 minutes are 3x more likely to close a deal than those who respond within an hour. After 24 hours, the conversion rate drops to nearly zero because the buyer has already found an alternative.

The problem is not just speed. It is also what you say. A simple "yes" puts the burden back on the buyer to keep the conversation going. The best responses confirm availability and move the conversation toward a sale in the same message.

As we covered in our guide on how AI consistency drives conversions, maintaining a quick, professional, and consistent tone across all your messages is one of the most effective ways to increase your close rate.

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10 Best Scripts for Responding to "Is This Still Available?"

Here are 10 proven scripts you can copy and paste directly into your Facebook Marketplace conversations. Each one is designed for a different selling situation.

1. The Simple Confirmation

"Yes, it's still available! Are you interested in it?"

Best for: Low-value items where you want a quick sale. This is clean and direct, but the question at the end keeps the conversation going rather than leaving the buyer to figure out the next step.

2. The Availability + Details

"Yes, still available! It's in great condition and I'm asking $[price]. Would you like to set up a time to come see it?"

Best for: Items where condition and price are the main buyer concerns, like furniture or electronics. Restating the key details saves the buyer from scrolling back to your listing and immediately moves toward scheduling.

3. The Question Qualifier

"Yes it is! Just to help you out — are you looking to pick up today or later this week?"

Best for: Identifying serious buyers vs. browsers. Someone who gives you a specific day is far more likely to show up than someone who says "maybe sometime." This script is a favorite among resellers and flippers who manage high volumes of listings.

4. The Urgency Builder

"Yes, it's available but I've had a lot of interest! Would you like to come see it today or tomorrow?"

Best for: Popular items or anything priced aggressively. Creating genuine urgency (not fake scarcity) motivates buyers to commit quickly. Only use this when you actually have other interested buyers.

5. The Bundle Upseller

"Yes! I also have [related item] available if you're interested in both — I can offer a discount on the pair."

Best for: Sellers with multiple related items. If someone is looking at a desk, mentioning the matching chair can increase your average sale value significantly. This works especially well for furniture sellers and electronics sellers.

6. The Location Helper

"Yes, still available! I'm located in [area/neighborhood]. Does that work for you? I can do pickup on [days/times]."

Best for: Removing friction from the transaction. Many Marketplace deals fall through because of logistics, not price. Proactively sharing your location and availability eliminates a round of back-and-forth.

7. The Condition Clarifier

"Yes, still available! Just so you know, it's in [excellent/good/fair] condition — [specific detail]. Want me to send some extra photos?"

Best for: Used items where condition is a major factor. Being upfront about condition builds trust and reduces the chance of a buyer showing up, being disappointed, and walking away. This is particularly important for electronics where buyers worry about hidden defects.

8. The Price Firm

"Yes, it's still available at $[price] firm. When would you like to pick it up?"

Best for: Items priced fairly where you do not want to negotiate. The word "firm" sets expectations immediately, and jumping straight to scheduling keeps the momentum going.

9. The Negotiation Opener

"Yes it is! I'm asking $[price] but feel free to make a reasonable offer. When can you come take a look?"

Best for: Items where you have built in negotiation room. This invites offers while the word "reasonable" sets a floor. Combining it with a scheduling question keeps the conversation moving forward.

10. The Professional Seller

"Hi! Yes, this is still available. I'm [name] and I sell [category] regularly on Marketplace. Happy to answer any questions — when would pickup work for you?"

Best for: Small businesses, car dealerships, and real estate agents who want to establish credibility. Introducing yourself as a professional seller builds trust and signals that the transaction will be smooth.

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How to Choose the Right Script

Not every script works for every seller. Here is a quick guide based on your selling style:

| Seller Type | Best Scripts | Why | |---|---|---| | Casual seller (clearing out clutter) | #1, #6, #8 | Quick and simple, minimal back-and-forth | | Furniture / large items | #2, #5, #6, #7 | Condition and logistics matter most | | Electronics | #2, #7, #8 | Buyers want specs and condition details | | High-volume resellers | #3, #4, #10 | Need to qualify buyers fast | | Car dealerships | #2, #4, #10 | Professional tone, urgency, scheduling | | Real estate agents | #3, #6, #10 | Qualification and scheduling are key |

For industry-specific automation strategies, check out our industry solutions page.

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Common Follow-Up Messages and How to Handle Them

After your initial reply, you will usually get one of these follow-up messages. Here are scripts for each:

"What's your lowest price?"

"I'm asking $[price] which is already below market value for this item. I can do $[slightly lower] if you can pick up today."

"Can you deliver?"

"I don't offer delivery, but I'm happy to meet you halfway at [public location] if that helps! I'm available [days/times]."

"Can I see more photos?"

"Of course! Here are a few more angles. [Send photos] Let me know if you'd like to come see it in person."

"Is the price negotiable?"

"I have a little bit of room — what did you have in mind? I'm happy to work something out if you can pick up soon."

Each of these follow-ups is a buying signal. The buyer is still interested; they just need one more piece of information to commit. Responding quickly and helpfully at this stage is critical.

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Why Manual Replies Don't Scale

Let us do the math. Say you have 20 active listings on Facebook Marketplace. Each one gets an average of 5 "Is this still available?" messages per day. That is 100 messages every single day.

If each response takes 30 seconds to type and send, you are spending 50 minutes per day just answering the same question. That is nearly 6 hours per week — time you could spend sourcing new inventory, meeting buyers, or simply living your life.

And here is the worst part: if you miss even a few of those messages or respond a few hours late, you have already lost the sale. The buyer found someone else who replied faster.

This is exactly the problem that automation was built to solve.

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How FB Auto Reply AI Handles "Is This Still Available?" Automatically

FB Auto Reply AI is a Chrome extension that uses artificial intelligence to automatically respond to every Facebook Marketplace message — including the "Is this still available?" flood.

Here is how it works:

• Context-aware replies: The AI reads your listing details (title, price, description, photos) and crafts a response that includes the relevant information. No generic "yes" messages.
• Customizable tone: Set your preferred communication style — professional, casual, friendly — and the AI matches it consistently across every conversation.
• Instant response times: Replies go out in under 60 seconds, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You will never lose a sale to a slow response again.
• Lead scoring: The AI identifies which buyers are serious (asking specific questions, proposing times) vs. casual browsers, so you know where to focus your personal attention.
• Works while you sleep: Middle-of-the-night messages get the same fast, helpful response as ones sent at noon.

The result? Our users report a 99% response rate and save an average of 6+ hours per week on message management. Many see a significant increase in completed sales within the first week.

You can start with the free plan (100 AI replies per month) to see how it works with your listings, or check out our full pricing options.

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5 Tips for Maximizing Your Facebook Marketplace Response Rate

Whether you use automation or reply manually, these tips will help you close more deals:

1. Respond within 5 minutes. Speed is the number one factor in Marketplace sales. Use automation or keep notifications on.

2. Always include a next step. End every message with a question or call to action: "When can you pick up?" or "Would you like more photos?"

3. Be specific about condition and price. Vague answers create doubt. Specific details build confidence and reduce follow-up questions.

4. Pre-write your most common responses. Whether you use the scripts above, saved replies, or AI automation, having ready-made responses eliminates delays.

5. Stay consistent. As we explained in our guide on AI consistency for conversions, maintaining a consistent tone and response quality across all your conversations builds trust and improves your seller reputation over time.

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Start Automating Your Marketplace Messages Today

The "Is this still available?" message is never going away. It is baked into how Facebook Marketplace works. The question is whether you will spend hours every week typing the same replies, or let AI handle it while you focus on what matters — closing deals and growing your business.