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LEGO 10234 Sydney Opera House is a Icons set valued at $461 for new and sealed sets, up 44% from an original retail price of $319.99. The set retired in November 2016 with annual appreciation averaging 6.91% since. Used copies are valued between $196 and $270 depending on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $395 and $500. Signals for it show little movement right now, with growth that keeps pace with similar sets as well as an average forecast.

Sydney Opera House Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Sydney Opera House since November 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 10234 Sydney Opera House is an Icons Buildings set released in 2013, containing 2,989 pieces. The model recreates the landmark’s shell roofline and waterfront forecourt using advanced techniques for complex forms and angled walls. It introduced a blue 48x48-stud baseplate and includes a large selection of dark tan bricks, tiles, and slopes. The set was made available to LEGO VIP members on August 16, 2013, before a wider release on September 1, 2013.

At around $461 for a sealed copy, Sydney Opera House has averaged 6.9% a year since retirement. Our forecast sees it reaching about $640 within five years. The average used price is $225 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $450 to $568. The set was available for 38 months, from September 2013 to November 2016.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (DE) Creator Expert Sydney Opera House 10234 Limited 16+ Set Boxed $359.30
-22.1%
(US) 10234 Sydney Opera House 2989pcs Expedited Shipping - Sealed
BrickEconomy Choice
$390.00
-15.4%
(US) Creator Expert: Sydney Opera House (10234) $399.00
-13.5%
(KR) Sydney Opera House / #10234 / 2989pcs / Express $405.37
-12.1%
(US) New - LEGO Sydney Opera House 10234 Creator Expert Landmarks 2989 Pcs $419.99
-8.9%
(US) NEW Retired LEGO 10234 Creator Expert Sydney Opera House 2989pc Architecture Set $425.00
-7.8%
(US) Sydney Opera House from BrickLink seller Agnelet $425.00
-7.8%
(KR) 10234 Creator Sydney Opera House (New, Unopened) $429.00
-7.0%
(US) 10234 Creator Expert Sydney Opera House - Retired and Sealed $429.95
-6.7%
(US) 10234 Creator Expert Sydney Opera House Sealed Retired NIB Colectable $429.95
-6.7%
(US) Creator Expert Sydney Opera House (10234) New & Sealed $439.99
-4.6%
(US) SEALED AND BRAND NEW Lego Creator Expert Set 10234 - Sydney Opera House $439.99
-4.6%
(US) Creator Expert: Sydney Opera House (10234) New In Box Sealed $440.50
-4.5%
(KR) 10234 Sydney Opera House NEW SEALED Retired Creator Expert 2989pcs . $445.46
-3.4%
(KR) 10234 Sydney Opera House NEW SEALED Retired Creator Expert 2989pcs $445.47
-3.4%
(KR) 10234 Creator Expert Sydney Opera House 2989pcs Retired Sealed Standard New $447.36
-3.0%
(US) Creator Expert 10234 Sydney Opera House 2989 pcs $449.00
-2.6%
(US) Sydney Opera House from BrickLink seller Glostik $449.00
-2.6%
(US) Sydney Opera House from BrickLink seller starbeanie $449.99
-2.4%
(US) Creator Sydney Opera House 10234 $450.00
-2.4%
(US) Set 10234: Sydney Opera House NEW IN BOX, FACTORY SEALED, RETIRED $450.00
-2.4%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 10234 Sydney Opera House.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends of new/sealed 10234 Sydney Opera House.

Market Momentum

Neutral
This set's value is climbing and listings are thinning out, but momentum is holding level for now.
DemandBottom 25% in Icons
Very high demand
12 months agoToday
SupplyTypical for Icons
Listings down 6% this month
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers+13% typical for Buildings
+15% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:7% bearish·70% neutral·23% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Compared with other Buildings sets

Sydney Opera House trails most Buildings sets. The biggest factor is that no set above it has as many copies for sale.

#7 of 8
By growth since retail, +44%
+20%+173%
In the bottom quarter of the group.
$0.15 a piece
New and sealed value per piece
This set
$0.15
Typical
$0.13
About 20% above the group's typical value per piece.
#4 of 8
Used value as a share of new, 49%
39%56%
In the top half of the group.
#3 of 8 retired
Wanted for each member who owns it
This set
Typical
About 25% above the rate of the group's retired sets.
All Buildings setsValueSince retail
10276 Colosseum$1,500+173%
10299 Real Madrid - Santiago Bernabéu Stadium$849+112%
10272 Old Trafford - Manchester United$642+114%
10256 Taj Mahal$537+45%
10284 Camp Nou$524+50%
10253 Big Ben$491+96%
10234 Sydney Opera House$461+44%
10214 Tower Bridge$289+20%

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Availability Retired
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Sydney Opera House Questions

What does LEGO 10234 Sydney Opera House sell for now?

Today's value for a new, sealed copy of Sydney Opera House is $461. Sealed copies typically change hands for $395 to $500. A used copy in good condition goes for about $225.

When did LEGO 10234 Sydney Opera House retire?

Sydney Opera House left LEGO's shelves in November 2016 after a run of about 3 years, 4 months longer than the typical Buildings set. Collectors now buy it on the secondary market, from sellers on sites like eBay and BrickLink.

Is LEGO 10234 Sydney Opera House worth more than it cost?

Yes. Since it sold for $319.99 in shops, Sydney Opera House has risen 44% in value, about 6.9% a year. That is in line with the Buildings average of 6.8% a year.

Will LEGO 10234 Sydney Opera House go up in value?

Our forecast says yes. By this time next year, the forecast has Sydney Opera House near $497, about 8% more than today. The short-term market reading is neutral. The market signals are balanced for now. This is an estimate and markets can change.

How many pieces are in LEGO 10234 Sydney Opera House?

The set contains 2,989 pieces, or $0.11 per piece at retail.

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Sydney Opera House Reviews

43 reviews
4.8
Collectors
Investors
BricktasticBlog
“The level of detail is incredible! The way the stairs look, the sails, and even the lights – this is one excellent build. There were a few bits where I wondered how the designer would get around the issue (the base of the restaurant, the interior of the sails), and I have to... More say, their methods of problem solving are genius!”
Full review at bricktasticblog.com
Eurobricks
“The greatest achievement of TLG designers is a very truthfully re-created roof as the most distinguishable feature of the building, but there are many other fine details as well.”
Full review at www.eurobricks.com
Brickset
“The LEGO Group's very own Jamie Beard suggested that - for at least the six years that he's been working as a designer - the Sydney Opera House was a project that had been shelved and returned to several times over. This makes a whole lot of sense when one considers the... More striking complexity of this modernist architecture, but it also signals the desire to re-create one of the world's best known landmarks.”
Full review at brickset.com

About Icons Buildings

The LEGO Icons building sets focus on iconic building and structures from around the world. These LEGO building sets typically increase in value at very steady rates once retired as new releases to the theme generally occur every couple of years.

Buildings consists of 8 sets that ran from 2010 to 2022. As of today, 10276 Colosseum is the most valuable Buildings set with an estimated new/sealed value of $1,500.
Summary
Icons Buildings Sydney Opera House set 10234 was released in September 2013, retailing for $320, but has since been retired. New, unopened Sydney Opera House sets are valued at $461, while used sets can be found for $225 in good condition.
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Recreate one of the 20th century's most distinctive buildings with the Sydney Opera House model. Build the unmistakable shell roofline, waterfront forecourt and more with this authentic representation of Australia's most iconic building. Employ a variety of new and advanced building techniques to recreate the complex forms, angled walls and subtle detailing of the real thing! Collect lots of dark tan LEGO bricks including the rare 1x1x2/3 stud and 1x2x2/3 stud slopes, as well as a 48x48 stud baseplate in blue for the very first time! Features advanced building techniques for complex forms, angled walls and subtle detailing Includes hard-to-find dark tan LEGO bricks, tiles and sloped bricks Sturdy construction allows the model to be handled and moved Build this model of a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Collect the 48x48 stud baseplate, available in blue for the very first time Recreate Australia's architectural masterpiece! Measures over 11" (28cm) high, 25" (63cm) wide and 15"...
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