Kangaskhan
Base Set 2 · 026/130 · Rare
Current Prices
Set
Base Set 2Nummer
026/130
Seltenheit
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
1,221
Last Updated
Mar 17, 2026
About Kangaskhan
Kangaskhan is a Rare card that stands out in the Base Set 2 set, numbered 026/130 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.
Kangaskhan Price Analysis
The current market price for Kangaskhan from Base Set 2 is $3.92 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $2.50 to a high of $3.99. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $45.00 — approximately 11.5x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $10.52. Over the past 30 days, Kangaskhan has increased in value by +8.0%, indicating growing demand among collectors. With a high volume of recorded sales (1,221+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Kangaskhan
Professional grading is available for Kangaskhan and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, CGC 7, CGC 8 5, CGC 9, CGC 9 5, PSA 10, PSA 2, PSA 6. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, HEAVILY 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $5.72 | $4.53 | $4.53 | 28 |
| ebay | MODERATELY PLAYED | $1.52 | $1.52 | $1.52 | 2 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $7.31 | $3.99 | $3.99 | 34 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $25.00 | $39.99 | $39.99 | 24 |
| ebay | CGC 7 | $5.50 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $5.50 | $5.50 | $5.50 | 3 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $24.99 | $24.99 | $24.99 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $45.00 | $24.66 | $24.66 | 55 |
| ebay | PSA 2 | $1.25 | $1.25 | $1.25 | 3 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $12.50 | $12.50 | $12.50 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $111.00 | $34.06 | $34.06 | 28 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $0.83 | $0.77 | $1.00 | 81 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $2.13 | $1.10 | $2.00 | 290 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $3.92 | $2.50 | $3.99 | 255 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $10.52 | $16.49 | $16.49 | 73 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $15.89 | $8.61 | $8.61 | 15 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $12.00 | $4.00 | $4.00 | 6 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $1.32 | $0.75 | $3.37 | 110 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $1.71 | $1.05 | $1.54 | 204 |
Is Kangaskhan a Good Investment?
Kangaskhan carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. High trading volume makes this card relatively liquid, meaning it can be bought or sold quickly at market price. 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.
