Magikarp
Paldea Evolved · 203 · Illustration Rare
Current Prices
編號
203
稀有度
Illustration Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
Europe (CardMarket)
Sales Recorded
1,575
Last Updated
Mar 11, 2026
About Magikarp
Magikarp is an ultra-rare chase card and one of the most desirable pulls from Paldea Evolved, numbered 203 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. Pricing for this card is based on the European CardMarket marketplace. As a premium-valued card, Magikarp is worth protecting in a sleeve and top-loader at minimum — professional grading may further enhance its value.
Magikarp Price Analysis
The current market price for Magikarp from Paldea Evolved is $199.76 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $134.95 to a high of $600.00. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) graded copy is valued at $999.50 — approximately 5.0x the ungraded market price. The card has seen a -16.6% change in the last 30 days. Price dips can represent buying opportunities for collectors who believe in long-term value. With a high volume of recorded sales (1,575+), this card has an active and liquid secondary market.
Grading Magikarp
Professional grading is available for Magikarp and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: AOG 8 5, AOG 9 5, BGS 8, BGS 8 5, BGS 9, BGS 9 5, EGS 9, PCA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: MINT, NEAR MINT. At this value, professional grading is strongly recommended. A high grade can significantly increase the card's market value and provides authentication and protection.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 10 | $999.50 | $850.00 | $1,100 | 65 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 9 | $349.99 | $200.00 | $450.00 | 32 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 9 5 | $400.00 | $395.00 | $1,000 | 23 |
| cardmarket unsold | NEAR MINT | $227.50 | $134.95 | $600.00 | 950 |
| cardmarket | AGGREGATED | $199.76 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 9 | $280.00 | $242.99 | $400.00 | 205 |
| cardmarket unsold | CGC 8 5 | $155.00 | N/A | N/A | — |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 8 | $185.00 | $180.00 | $200.00 | 46 |
| cardmarket unsold | SFG 9 | $250.00 | $250.00 | $250.00 | 5 |
| cardmarket unsold | AOG 8 5 | $169.60 | $180.00 | $180.00 | 14 |
| cardmarket unsold | AOG 9 5 | $435.00 | $369.99 | $500.00 | 19 |
| cardmarket unsold | MINT | $205.00 | $194.99 | $800.00 | 150 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 8 | $219.99 | $190.00 | $190.00 | 12 |
| cardmarket unsold | BGS 8 5 | $220.00 | $220.00 | $220.00 | 10 |
| cardmarket unsold | EGS 9 | $499.99 | $499.99 | $499.99 | 8 |
| cardmarket unsold | PCA 9 | $280.00 | $280.00 | $280.00 | 10 |
| cardmarket unsold | PCA 9 5 | $370.00 | $320.00 | $320.00 | 8 |
| cardmarket unsold | PGS 9 | $200.00 | $200.00 | $200.00 | 9 |
| cardmarket unsold | PGS 9 5 | $450.00 | $450.00 | $450.00 | 10 |
| cardmarket unsold | PSA 7 | $299.00 | $299.00 | $299.00 | 12 |
Is Magikarp a Good Investment?
As an ultra-rare card, Magikarp is in the category most targeted by both collectors and investors. Cards at this rarity tier have historically shown strong long-term appreciation. The current downward trend may represent a correction or shifting collector interest. Historically, Pokemon cards from popular sets tend to recover over longer time horizons. 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.
