Rotom
SM - Forbidden Light · 40/131 · Rare
Current Prices
Number
40/131
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
117
Last Updated
Mar 17, 2026
About Rotom
Rotom is a Rare card that stands out in the SM - Forbidden Light set, numbered 40/131 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. At its current price point, this card is an affordable pickup for set completionists and casual collectors.
Rotom Price Analysis
The current market price for Rotom from SM - Forbidden Light is $0.44 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $0.43 to a high of $0.43. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $7.50. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 117 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Rotom
Professional grading is available for Rotom and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: PSA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. At this price point, grading is generally not cost-effective as the grading fee may exceed the card's ungraded value. Consider grading only for sentimental or personal collection purposes.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $0.20 | $0.20 | $0.20 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $0.23 | $0.23 | $0.23 | 8 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $0.28 | $0.44 | $0.44 | 32 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $0.44 | $0.43 | $0.43 | 66 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $1.30 | $1.30 | $1.30 | 1 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $1.01 | $1.80 | $1.80 | 8 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 | 1 |
Is Rotom a Good Investment?
Rotom carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. Price stability indicates consistent demand without speculative spikes — often a healthy sign for a collectible. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
