Steelix
Sandstorm · 23/100 · Rare
Current Prices
Set
SandstormNumber
23/100
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
251
Last Updated
Mar 20, 2026
About Steelix
Steelix is a Rare card that stands out in the Sandstorm set, numbered 23/100 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Steelix Price Analysis
The current market price for Steelix from Sandstorm is $2.66 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $2.54 to a high of $2.54. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $60.00 — approximately 22.6x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $34.99. The price has remained relatively stable over the last 30 days with a +4.7% change. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 251 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Steelix
Professional grading is available for Steelix and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, CGC 9, CGC 9 5, PSA 10, PSA 5, PSA 7, PSA 8, PSA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $1.76 | $1.72 | $1.72 | 64 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $1.00 | $0.96 | $0.96 | 11 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $0.53 | $0.53 | $0.53 | 13 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $2.66 | $2.54 | $2.54 | 67 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.93 | $2.93 | $2.93 | 2 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $4.99 | $4.99 | $4.99 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $8.50 | $13.99 | $13.99 | 5 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $60.00 | $125.00 | $125.00 | 9 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $9.50 | $9.50 | $9.50 | 2 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $11.77 | $11.77 | $11.77 | 3 |
| ebay | SGC 7 | $3.28 | $3.28 | $3.28 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $34.99 | $24.50 | $24.50 | 15 |
| ebay | PSA 5 | $14.99 | $14.99 | $14.99 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $21.00 | $17.22 | $17.22 | 9 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $1.35 | $1.30 | $1.30 | 47 |
Is Steelix a Good Investment?
Steelix 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.
