Coming in at 65 pieces, the The Swamp Adventure (21240) is a neat little set from the Minecraft lineup. It debuted in 2023 at $9.99. The set includes 2 minifigures, adding play and display value.
Price-per-piece sits at $0.154. Not the cheapest, but you're paying for the design and theme licensing.
Between the Minecraft branding and the build itself, the The Swamp Adventure has the kind of dual appeal that collectors look for.
Key Features
65 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
2 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.154 per piece — Standard value for the Minecraft range
Minifig-scale collection — Sought-after corner of the Minecraft lineup
From 2023 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2023 addition to Minecraft, part of the Minifig-scale subcollection, the The Swamp Adventure slots into the more affordable side of Minecraft. Minecraft is part of LEGO's broader product lineup, and at $9.99 this set is priced accordingly. At $0.154 per piece, you're paying a premium — though that's typical for Minecraft sets in this range.
Collectors following Minecraft specifically should note the Minifig-scale subtheme — it's a category that tends to draw attention and hold value, especially as sets in this tier age out of production.
Why This Set Is Special
150% above retail. Now trading at $24.95, up 150% from $9.99 RRP — a 115% annualized return over 1.2 years since retirement.
Strong part-out value at 1.6x — Parts are worth $15.55 vs $9.99 retail (1.6x ratio). Theme average is 1.7x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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