Zapdos
Generations · 29/83 · Holo Rare
Current Prices
Set
GenerationsNummer
29/83
Seltenheit
Holo Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
630
Last Updated
Mar 3, 2026
About Zapdos
Zapdos is a holographic rare card and one of the notable pulls from Generations, numbered 29/83 in the expansion. This is the Holofoil variant. With a mid-range market value, Zapdos is a solid addition to any collection and a card worth keeping in good condition.
Zapdos Price Analysis
The current market price for Zapdos from Generations is $35.28 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $32.44 to a high of $32.44. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $350.00 — approximately 9.9x the ungraded market price. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $140.00. Over the past 30 days, Zapdos has increased in value by +8.8%, indicating growing demand among collectors. With a high volume of recorded sales (630+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Zapdos
Professional grading is available for Zapdos and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: BGS 8 5, BGS 9, CGC 10, CGC 4 5, CGC 7, CGC 8, CGC 8 5, PSA 10. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: LIGHTLY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED, NEAR MINT, DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED. Grading is worth considering for this card, especially if it is in excellent condition. The price difference between ungraded and a PSA 10 can be substantial at this tier.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $7.39 | $6.29 | $6.29 | 33 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $8.84 | $8.69 | $8.69 | 32 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $20.00 | $31.25 | $31.25 | 6 |
| ebay | MODERATELY PLAYED | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 8 5 | $42.72 | $42.72 | $42.72 | 1 |
| ebay | BGS 9 | $77.00 | $77.00 | $77.00 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $149.99 | $149.99 | $149.99 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 4 5 | $23.50 | $23.50 | $23.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 7 | $19.00 | $19.00 | $19.00 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $350.00 | $1,100 | $1,250 | 26 |
| ebay | PSA 4 | $4.75 | $4.75 | $4.75 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $30.00 | $30.00 | $30.00 | 24 |
| ebay | PSA 7 5 | $21.50 | $21.50 | $21.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $33.00 | $41.00 | $41.00 | 18 |
| ebay | PSA 9 5 | $59.94 | $59.94 | $59.94 | 1 |
| ebay | TAG 6 5 | $26.00 | $26.00 | $26.00 | 1 |
| ebay | TAG 8 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | 1 |
| ebay | TAG 9 | $64.00 | $64.00 | $64.00 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $13.58 | $12.89 | $12.89 | 91 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $35.28 | $32.44 | $32.44 | 152 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $22.34 | $22.43 | $22.43 | 183 |
| ebay | PSA 6 | $25.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 8 |
| ebay | CGC 8 5 | $29.99 | $59.99 | $59.99 | 6 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $140.00 | $134.95 | $134.95 | 29 |
| ebay | CGC 9 | $30.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| ebay | CGC 8 | $35.00 | $35.00 | $35.00 | 3 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $7.50 | $24.99 | $24.99 | 7 |
Is Zapdos a Good Investment?
Holographic rares like Zapdos are among the most collected card types. They balance accessibility with genuine collectible appeal. 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.
