With 462 pieces, the LEGO Family House and Electric Car (60398) is a quick but satisfying build. It launched in 2023 under the City banner at $59.99. The set includes 3 minifigures, adding play and display value.
Price-per-piece sits at $0.130. Not the cheapest, but you're paying for the design and theme licensing.
For the price point, the Family House and Electric Car delivers a clean City build that's easy to recommend.
Key Features
462 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
3 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.130 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Town collection — Sought-after corner of the City lineup
From 2023 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2023 addition to City, part of the Town subcollection, the Family House and Electric Car slots into the more affordable side of City. City is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $59.99 this set is priced accordingly. The $0.130 per piece is in line with City averages.
Collectors following City specifically should note the Town 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
166% above retail. Now trading at $159.40, up 166% from $59.99 RRP — a 56% annualized return over 2.2 years since retirement.
Strong part-out value at 1.7x — Parts are worth $101.74 vs $59.99 retail (1.7x ratio). Theme average is 1.5x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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