LEGO Hamster Playground (42601-1)
The Hamster Playground (42601-1) is a LEGO Friends set that was released in December 2023 and retired in December 2024 with a shelf life of 1 year 28 days.
This LEGO set has 167 pieces and had a RRP of $19.99 (£17.99 / 19.99€) which equates to a price per piece of 0.12c (0.11p / 0.12€). Since it retired it has grown in value by 13.2% and now has a value of $22.63 based on average sale price over the last 6 months.
Price over time
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| Month | Avg Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 24 | $24.58 | 3 |
| Dec 24 | $31.60 | 7 |
| Jan 25 | $35.11 | 1 |
| Feb 25 | $38.62 | 0 |
| Mar 25 | $40.38 | 1 |
| Apr 25 | $38.62 | 0 |
| May 25 | $36.86 | 0 |
| Jun 25 | $35.11 | 0 |
| Jul 25 | $31.60 | 1 |
| Aug 25 | $28.09 | 12 |
| Sep 25 | $31.60 | 10 |
| Oct 25 | $29.84 | 0 |
| Nov 25 | $28.09 | 0 |
| Dec 25 | $26.33 | 0 |
| Jan 26 | $28.09 | 1 |
| Feb 26 | $29.84 | 2 |
Minifigures
This set contains 2 minifigures with a combined value of $4.53. 1 of the minifigures in this set are exclusive, meaning they don't appear in any other LEGO sets.
Monthly sales
We have recorded 38 sales of the Hamster Playground set since Nov 24. The chart below shows the number of recorded sales per month, which can help indicate the popularity and availability of this set on the secondary market.
Value breakdown
The current value of Hamster Playground is $22.63
The 2 minifigures in this set make up 20% of the total set value.
The Friends Zac - Red, White, and Yellow Hoodie with Zippers, White Trousers Cropped Large Pockets, Black Shoes minifigure is the most valuable minifigure in this set who contributes 14% of the set value .
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Set details
Name: Hamster Playground
Theme: Friends
Set number: 42601-1
Status: Retired
Retired for: 1 year, 4 months
Pieces: 167
Minifigures: 2
Dec 3, 2023
Dec 3, 2023
Dec 3, 2023
Dec 3, 2023
Dec 31, 2024
Dec 31, 2024
Dec 31, 2024
Dec 31, 2024
Shelf life: 1 year, 1 month
$19.99
£17.99
19.99€
0.120c
0.108p
0.120€
Set value
Confidence: High
Current value: $22.63
Increase from RRP: 13.2%
Yearly ROI: 9.9%
Minifigures
Set colors
The Hamster Playground has 167 pieces and is ranked 5893 on the list of biggest LEGO sets ever made.
The most common colour in this set is Yellow
The most common part in this set is Plant Plate, Round 1 x 1 with 3 Leaves
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the LEGO Hamster Playground (42601-1) worth?
The LEGO Hamster Playground is currently worth $22.63 based on the average sale price over the last 6 months. The original retail price was $19.99.
How many pieces are in the LEGO Hamster Playground?
The LEGO Hamster Playground (42601-1) contains 167 pieces, making it the 5893rd biggest LEGO set ever made.
Is the LEGO Hamster Playground retired?
Yes, the LEGO Hamster Playground has been retired. It was retired in December 2024 and is no longer available from LEGO directly. You can find it on the secondary market through sites like BrickLink and eBay.
How many minifigures are in the LEGO Hamster Playground?
The LEGO Hamster Playground contains 2 minifigures, 1 of which is exclusive to this set. The minifigures include: Friends Zac - Red, White, and Yellow Hoodie with Zippers, White Trousers Cropped Large Pockets, Black Shoes, Friends Jamila.
When was the LEGO Hamster Playground released?
The LEGO Hamster Playground (42601-1) was released in December 2023 as part of the Friends theme.
Is the LEGO Hamster Playground a good investment?
Since retirement, the LEGO Hamster Playground has increased in value by 13.2% from its original retail price. That is a yearly return of approximately 9.9%.
Price data last updated: Feb 26
