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LEGO 42601 Hamster Playground is a Friends set valued at $33 for new and sealed sets, up 65% from an original retail price of $19.99. The set retired in December 2024 with annual appreciation averaging 10.33% since. On the used market, values range from $24 to $35 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $25 and $45. It holds steady as its slower growth over the past year balances against recent upward momentum.

Hamster Playground Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Hamster Playground since December 2024. Very high accuracy
LEGO 42601 Hamster Playground is a Friends Pets set released in 2024, containing 167 pieces and 2 mini-dolls. The build depicts a hamster-themed playground with a merry-go-round, slide, hamster balls, and an exercise wheel. It includes LEGO Friends characters Zac and Jamila along with three hamster figures.

A sealed Hamster Playground is worth about $33. It has grown by roughly 10.3% a year since retiring, and our forecast adds another 5% or so next year. The average used price is $27 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $30 to $45. The 2 included mini-doll figures account for approximately 14% of the set's total value. The set was available for 11 months, from January 2024 to December 2024.
Collector and Investor Standing
The hamster playground gives its little residents a merry-go-round, slide and exercise wheel, which makes for a cheerful Friends Pets scene. It has a narrow collector audience, but Jamila appears in no other set.
36/100
Collector
Interest on the light side
Friends Pets has a narrow audience
62/100
Investor
Level with most
Jamila appears in no other set
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (US) LEGO #42601 FRIENDS HAMSTER PLAYGROUND 167 PIECES ST
BrickEconomy Choice
$25.00
(US) FRIENDS: Hamster Playground (42601). Brand New Sealed. $29.95
-9.2%
(US) Friends 42601 Hamster Playground 167 Piece Set $29.99
-9.1%
(US) Hamster Playground from BrickLink seller jdnewkirk28 $29.99
-9.1%
(US) Hamster Playground from BrickLink seller pace2001 $29.99
-9.1%
(US) Hamster Playground from BrickLink seller allbrickbuffet $32.99
(IT) Friends 42601 Hamster Playground NEW SEALED MISB $39.05
+18.4%
(US) Friends Hamster Playground 42601 Legos Set Building Toy 167 pcs NEW $41.99
+27.3%
(US) IN HAND SHIPS FAST LEGO FRIENDS: Hamster Playground (42601) NEW Sealed $44.00
+33.4%
(US) Amazon listing for Hamster Playground $44.95
+36.3%
(US) FRIENDS Hamster Playground 42601 Gift Set NEW SEALED $44.99
+36.4%
(US) FRIENDS: Hamster Playground (42601) $44.99
+36.4%
(US) Friends Hamster Playground 42601 Zac Jamila Retired NEW Sealed $50.99
+54.6%
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Sales Distribution (Last 90 Days)

This chart shows the distribution of sales for the past three months of new/sealed 42601 Hamster Playground.

Sale Trends

This chart shows the sales trends of new/sealed 42601 Hamster Playground.

Market Momentum

Neutral
The value of 42601 Hamster Playground has climbed over the last three months. This gain is slower than what similar retired Friends Pets sets have seen in the past year, though a two-year forecast points to faster growth ahead. The set includes Zac and Jamila with three hamsters for the playground build.
SupplyTypical for Friends
Listings steady this month
12 months agoToday
Growth vs peers+11% typical for Pets
-11% over the past year
12 months agoToday
Outlook:19% bearish·28% neutral·53% bullish
Why it's moving, signals and outlook

Hamster Playground Mini-doll figures

Hamster Playground contains 2 mini-doll figures. Jamila is exclusive to this set.
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Jamila
Friends Jamila - frnd691
Exclusive
Value $2.31
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Zac
Zac from Friends is wearing a red, white, and yellow hoodie with zippers, white trousers with large pockets, and black shoes - frnd599
2 sets
Value $2.34

Compared with other Pets sets

Hamster Playground places near the top of the Pets sets. The biggest factor is that few sets below it are as hard to find for sale.

#2 of 15
By growth since retail, +65%
+0%+73%
In the top quarter of the group.
$0.20 a piece
New and sealed value per piece
This set
$0.20
Typical
$0.17
About 15% above the group's typical value per piece.
Top sets by growthSince retail
13938 Andrea's Bunny House+73%
242601 Hamster Playground+65%
33935 Stephanie's Pet Patrol+60%

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Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2025
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 428 / 3
Availability Retired
42651 LEGO Friends Horse and Pet Vet Clinic
Retail $49.99
Value $50.53
Growth  +1.1%
Annual growth 2.0%

42615 Pet Adoption Day

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2024
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 400 / 3
Availability Retired
42615 LEGO Friends Pet Adoption Day
Retail $44.99
Value $45.00
Growth  +0.0%

42666 Cat Birthday Party & Tree House

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Year 2025
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 321 / 2
Availability Retail
42666 LEGO Friends Pets Cat Birthday Party & Tree House
Retail $29.99
Available at retail

42678 Pet Accessories Van

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2026
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 237 / 2
Availability Retail
42678 LEGO Friends Pet Accessories Van
Retail $19.99
Available at retail

41698 Pet Playground

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2022
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 210 / 2
Availability Retired
41698 LEGO Friends Pet Playground
Retail $19.99
Value $25.00
Growth  +25.1%
Annual growth 6.0%

3942 Heartlake Dog Show

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2012
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 183 / 1
Availability Retired
3942 LEGO Friends Pets Heartlake Dog Show
Retail $19.99
Value $24.93
Growth  +24.7%
Annual growth 3.4%

42679 Heartlake City Bunny Hotel

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2026
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 161 / 2
Availability Retail
42679 LEGO Friends Pets Heartlake City Bunny Hotel
Retail $19.99
Available at retail

41001 Mia's Magic Tricks

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2013
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 90 / 1
Availability Retired
41001 LEGO Friends Pets Mia's Magic Tricks
Retail $9.99
Value $14.42
Growth  +44.3%
Annual growth 2.9%

42612 Cat Playground Adventure

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2024
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 87 / 2
Availability Retired
42612 LEGO Friends Pets Cat Playground Adventure
Retail $10.99
Value $15.00
Growth  +36.5%
Annual growth 7.8%

42640 Guinea Pig Playground

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2025
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 86 / 2
Availability Retired
42640 LEGO Friends Pets Guinea Pig Playground
Retail $9.99
Value $13.00
Growth  +30.1%

41383 Olivia's Hamster Playground

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2019
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 81 / 1
Availability Retired
41383 LEGO Friends Pets Olivia's Hamster Playground
Retail $9.99
Value $14.25
Growth  +42.6%
Annual growth 3.5%

41029 Stephanie's New Born Lamb

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2014
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 78 / 1
Availability Retired
41029 LEGO Friends Pets Stephanie's New Born Lamb
Retail $9.99
Value $13.66
Growth  +36.7%
Annual growth 1.9%

3935 Stephanie's Pet Patrol

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2012
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 73 / 1
Availability Retired
3935 LEGO Friends Stephanie's Pet Patrol
Retail $9.99
Value $16.00
Growth  +60.2%
Annual growth 6.1%

42665 Puppy Playground

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2025
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 66 / 2
Availability Retail
42665 LEGO Friends Pets Puppy Playground
Retail $9.99
Available at retail

3938 Andrea's Bunny House

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2012
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 62 / 1
Availability Retired
3938 LEGO Friends Pets Andrea's Bunny House
Retail $9.99
Value $17.31
Growth  +73.3%
Annual growth 2.6%

42635 Dog Grooming Car

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2024
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 60 / 2
Availability Retired
42635 LEGO Friends Pets Dog Grooming Car
Retail $9.99
Value $14.01
Growth  +40.2%

41396 Puppy Playground

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2020
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 57 / 1
Availability Retired
41396 LEGO Friends Pets Puppy Playground
Retail $9.99
Value $12.00
Growth  +20.1%
Annual growth 2.6%

30697 Nova's Doghouse Build

Theme / Subtheme Friends / Pets
Year 2025
Pieces / Mini-doll figures 50 / 1
Availability Retired
30697 LEGO Friends Pets Nova's Doghouse Build
Retail $4.99
Value $5.99
Growth  +20.0%
Annual growth 10.5%

Hamster Playground Questions

What does LEGO 42601 Hamster Playground sell for now?

A new, sealed copy of Hamster Playground is worth about $33 today, and most sealed copies sell for between $25 and $45. Its value has climbed 10% over the last 90 days. Used copies are worth about $27.

Is LEGO 42601 Hamster Playground still available?

No. LEGO retired Hamster Playground in December 2024 after 11 months on store shelves, about as long as the typical Pets set. New copies now come only from the secondary market, where sellers on eBay and BrickLink set the price.

How much has LEGO 42601 Hamster Playground gone up in value?

Hamster Playground is now worth 65% more than its $19.99 retail price, or roughly 10.3% a year on average. That is well ahead of the Pets average of 3% a year.

What will LEGO 42601 Hamster Playground be worth next year?

By this time next year, the forecast has Hamster Playground near $35, about 5% more than today. In the short term the market reads neutral. The market signals are balanced for now. Forecasts are estimates, not guarantees.

How many pieces does LEGO 42601 Hamster Playground have, and which mini-doll figures are included?

Hamster Playground is built from 167 pieces, about $0.12 each at retail. The 2 mini-doll figures included are Jamila and Zac. Together the mini-doll figures are worth about $4.65, about 14% of the set's value, and Zac is the most valuable at $2.34. Jamila is exclusive to this set.

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Hamster Playground Reviews

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Collectors
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BrickEconomy Expert Review
“In this set, we're introduced to two minifigures, Zac and a new character named Jamila, though I'm not particularly keen on the trend of adding numerous one-off side characters to LEGO sets. Surprisingly, the human figures seem somewhat unnecessary here, as the main attraction is the trio of hamsters, each bringing something new to the table. The orange hamster is a brand-new addition in terms of color, while the other two feature unique face prints, adding a layer of collectibility.”
 

About Friends Pets

The LEGO Friends Pets subtheme focuses on everyday pet care, adoption, and animal playtime in Heartlake City, spanning from 2012's 3935 Stephanie's Pet Patrol and 3942 Heartlake Dog Show through long-running releases like 41698 Pet Playground, 42615 Pet Adoption Day, and 42666 Cat Birthday Party & Tree House. The line covers hamsters, guinea pigs, cats, dogs, and bunnies with playsets such as 42612 Cat Playground Adventure, 42635 Dog Grooming Car, 42640 Guinea Pig Playground, and 42651 Horse and Pet Vet Clinic. Recent 2026 releases include 42678 Pet Accessories Van and 42679 Heartlake City Bunny Hotel.

Pets was introduced in 2012 and currently consists of 19 sets.
Summary
Friends Pets Hamster Playground set 42601 was released in January 2024, retailing for $20, but has since been retired. New, unopened Hamster Playground sets are valued at $33, while used sets can be found for $27.
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Little animal lovers can enjoy lots of entertainment with this LEGO® Friends Hamster Playground playset toy (42601) for kids, girls and boys aged 6+. The kids’ building kit includes LEGO Friends characters Zac and Jamila plus 3 hamster figures.

Building the set is just the start! After assembling the playground, kids can enjoy playing as they spin the hamsters on the merry-go-round and take them for a ride down the slide. The hamster balls and exercise wheel are lots of fun too! When it’s time to rest, there’s water and food for the hamsters to enjoy.

Looking for the best gifts for kids who love animal toys? This role-play toy makes a fun birthday or special-occasion treat for children who love hamsters. It also makes a great toy to help kids further their social and emotional development. Kids can enjoy an easy and intuitive building adventure with the LEGO Builder app. Here they can zoom in and rotate models in 3D, save building sets and track their progress.

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