# Steam-Powered (Unstable) — resale value

**Steam-Powered (Unstable)** is worth about **$0.19**, based on real closed eBay sales. Sealed or new examples sell for around **$0.68**.

## Value by tier

| Condition | Value (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| Market | $0.19 |
| Foil | $0.68 |

Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-08-03. They are estimates for reference, not offers or appraisals — condition, completeness and edition move them a lot, so compare against the sold listings before pricing anything.

## Check the market

- [Sold listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DUnstable%2520MTG%2520card%26LH_Sold%3D1%26LH_Complete%3D1%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-sold&p=md-sold) — the closed sales these medians are computed from
- [Live listings on eBay](https://junkpal.ai/api/go?to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_nkw%3DUnstable%2520MTG%2520card%26mkcid%3D1%26mkrid%3D711-53200-19255-0%26siteid%3D0%26campid%3D5339166094%26toolid%3D10001%26mkevt%3D1%26customid%3Dmd-live&p=md-live) — what sellers are asking right now

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## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Uncommon |
| Set | Unstable |
| Number | #161 |

## Steam-Powered (Unstable) value

The Steam-Powered from **Unstable** (#161) has a market price of **$0.19**, with the foil at $0.68.

### What drives the price

For Magic singles, set, rarity, condition (NM vs played), and playability/format demand drive value. First printings, foils, and cards that see competitive or Commander play hold value best; reprints soften prices.

## FAQ

**What is the current market price for the standard Steam-Powered (Unstable) card?**

The standard, non-foil version of Steam-Powered (Unstable) is currently listed at $0.15.

**Is the foil version significantly more valuable than the regular card?**

Yes, the foil version of this Uncommon card is valued at $0.81, making it a premium collectible.

**What rarity level is the Steam-Powered (Unstable) card?**

This card is classified as an Uncommon rarity within the Unstable set.

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Full price guide: https://junkpal.ai/products/steam-powered-unstable-161-mtg
How these values are computed: https://junkpal.ai/methodology
Cite as: "JunkPal price guide value as of 2026-08-03, based on real sold listings (junkpal.ai)"