Parasect
SM Base Set · 5/149 · Rare
Current Prices
系列
SM Base Set編號
5/149
稀有度
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
226
Last Updated
Mar 15, 2026
About Parasect
Parasect is a Rare card that stands out in the SM Base Set set, numbered 5/149 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.
Parasect Price Analysis
The current market price for Parasect from SM Base Set is $0.20 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $0.20 to a high of $0.22. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $19.99. Over the past 30 days, Parasect has increased in value by +42.9%, indicating growing demand among collectors. This card sees moderate trading activity, with 226 recorded sales providing reliable pricing data.
Grading Parasect
Professional grading is available for Parasect and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: CGC 10, PSA 8, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $0.99 | $0.99 | $0.99 | 4 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $9.99 | $9.99 | $9.99 | 4 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $19.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $0.03 | $0.03 | $0.03 | 2 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $0.14 | $0.13 | $0.14 | 66 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $0.20 | $0.20 | $0.22 | 125 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $0.12 | $0.12 | $0.12 | 12 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $0.99 | $1.53 | $1.53 | 11 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $19.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 | 1 |
Is Parasect a Good Investment?
Parasect 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. 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.
