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All 4.3 billion IPv4 addresses have been allocated. The five Regional Internet Registries (RIRs) exhausted their free pools between 2011 and 2020, creating a secondary market where organizations buy, sell and lease address space directly.
Unlike traditional commodities, IPv4 addresses don't have a single published price. Pricing is driven by supply and demand — and varies by region, block size, IP reputation and market timing. Blocks in the ARIN region may trade at different rates than those in the RIPE NCC or APNIC service areas.
Prefixx operates as a registered broker across ARIN, RIPE NCC and APNIC, and also facilitates transfers involving LACNIC. We provide our clients with current market context so they can make informed decisions — whether they're acquiring addresses for the first time or divesting unused space.
Six key factors affect the price of every IPv4 transaction.
Pricing varies with block size. Smaller allocations like a /24 (256 IPs) have a different per-address cost profile than larger blocks such as a /16 (65,536 IPs) or beyond.
Each Regional Internet Registry has its own supply-and-demand dynamics. ARIN, RIPE NCC, APNIC and LACNIC regions can see meaningfully different pricing for equivalent block sizes.
Clean, unblacklisted blocks with accurate geo-location data command premium value. Blocks with spam history or incorrect geo data may trade at a discount — and require remediation.
Intra-RIR transfers (within the same registry) are simpler and faster. Inter-RIR transfers involve coordination between two registries and may carry additional costs and longer timelines.
IPv4 pricing fluctuates based on inventory levels and buyer demand. Seasonal trends, large-scale acquisitions and regional policy changes can all shift the market within a given quarter.
Contiguous address space — a single unbroken range — is preferred over fragmented allocations. It simplifies routing, reduces the number of BGP announcements and is often valued higher.
Two fundamentally different cost structures — each with its own advantages.
Zero buyer fees. Our commission — between 3% and 8% depending on block size — is paid entirely by the seller. As a buyer, you pay only the block price and any bank or escrow transaction fees.
Escrow protection. Funds are deposited into a secure escrow account before any transfer begins. They are only released to the seller after the RIR confirms the successful transfer — protecting both parties.
Tixx quality control. Every block goes through our Tixx due diligence process: blacklist scanning, IP reputation checks, geo-location verification and abuse history review — before it reaches a buyer.
Lease rates include services. When you lease from Prefixx, the rate includes LOA documentation, RPKI configuration, reverse DNS management and full White-Glove support. There are no hidden add-on charges.
We're not just brokers — we're hands-on IPv4 specialists with a team that's been in the data center and networking industry since 2007. Our boutique approach means you work directly with senior consultants who understand the technical, legal, and financial complexities of every transaction.
Every IPv4 transaction is unique. Contact our team for current market pricing tailored to your block size, region and timeline.
IPv4 pricing fluctuates based on block size, RIR region, IP reputation and current market conditions. There is no single fixed price. Contact Prefixx for a current market quote tailored to your specific requirements.
Global exhaustion of available IPv4 addresses is the primary driver. Demand continues to grow — driven by cloud infrastructure, IoT deployments and expanding internet access in developing regions — while the finite supply of 4.3 billion addresses cannot increase. This supply-demand imbalance puts sustained upward pressure on pricing.
No. Prefixx charges zero buyer fees. Our service commission (3 – 8%, depending on block size) is paid entirely by the seller. As a buyer, you are responsible only for the block purchase price and any bank or escrow transaction fees.
It depends on your time horizon and cash flow preferences. Buying has a higher upfront cost but no ongoing fees — you own the asset permanently. Leasing spreads the cost over time as a predictable operational expense. For a detailed breakdown, see our lease vs buy comparison.
IPv4 purchase transactions are processed via wire transfer through a secure escrow account. This is the industry standard for IPv4 transactions and protects both buyer and seller — funds are only released after the RIR confirms the successful transfer. Lease payments are typically processed via wire transfer or ACH.
Prefixx works with both buyers and sellers across ARIN, RIPE NCC, APNIC and LACNIC regions, giving us broad visibility into current market conditions. Every block we facilitate goes through our Tixx quality control process to ensure you're getting clean, properly vetted address space at a fair market rate.
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