With 297 pieces, the LEGO Seaside Police and Fire Mission (60308) is a neat little set. It launched in 2021 under the City banner at $49.99. The set includes 4 minifigures, adding play and display value.
Price-per-piece sits at $0.168. Not the cheapest, but you're paying for the design and theme licensing.
For the price point, the Seaside Police and Fire Mission delivers a clean City build that's easy to recommend.
Key Features
297 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
4 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.168 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Police collection — Sought-after corner of the City lineup
From 2021 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2021 addition to City, part of the Police subcollection, the Seaside Police and Fire Mission slots into the more affordable side of City. City is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $49.99 this set is priced accordingly. At $0.168 per piece, you're paying a premium — though that's typical for City sets in this range.
Collectors following City specifically should note the Police 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
228% above retail. Now trading at $164.00, up 228% from $49.99 RRP — a 45% annualized return over 3.2 years since retirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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