How many pieces are in the Mini Modulars?

Mini Modulars contains 1,356 pieces.

What age is the Mini Modulars recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 12+.

When was the Mini Modulars released?

Mini Modulars was released in 2012.

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🏛 Mini

Set #10230

Mini Modulars

The Mini Modulars set is a delightful tribute to LEGO's architectural legacy.

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Who it's for: Ages 12+ · Intermediate build LEGO enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate architectural designs
Build: 1,356 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $79.99 list price · 5.9¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.4 community rating from 123 ratings

Fans appreciate the Mini Modulars set for its charming recreation of the Modular Buildings series and its unique display value. Some find the small scale limiting in terms of detail, but overall, it's considered a delightful and collectible set.

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The Mini Modulars set is a delightful tribute to LEGO's architectural legacy. This set encapsulates the charm of the Modular Buildings series in a miniature format, offering a unique building experience and a visually appealing display piece.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate architectural designs. The build provides a satisfying challenge, and the finished models are ideal for display on shelves or desks, showcasing a condensed version of the beloved Modular Buildings series.

Skip this if you prefer larger, more detailed models or are looking for play features. Consider investing in individual Modular Buildings for a more immersive building experience and larger display pieces.

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1,356

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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12+

Ages

Build Highlights:

Faithful miniature recreations of the first five Modular Buildings
Intricate detailing captures the essence of each building
Modular design allows for individual display or connected arrangement
Engaging building experience with varied techniques

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Mini Modulars set (10230-1) presents a solid investment opportunity due to its retired status, the popularity of the Modular Buildings series, and its unique miniature format. The set's price has been steadily rising since retirement, reflecting strong collector demand. While the piece count is moderate, the set's exclusivity and the desirability of the Modular Buildings theme contribute to its investment potential. However, potential investors should be aware of market fluctuations and the possibility of similar sets being released in the future. Considering the sustained interest in the Modular Buildings line, this set is likely to continue appreciating in value.

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📖 About This Set

Mini Modulars – it's the Modular Building series…in miniature!

This exclusive mini modulars set is an authentic miniature representation of the first 5 buildings in the Modular Building series: Café Corner, Market Street, Green Grocer, Fire Brigade and Grand Emporium. Featuring highly detailed design, each building can be displayed as a stand alone piece or connected to the others buildings in the set. The mini Café Corner includes details like a fan above the doorway and printed hotel signage, while the mini Market Street includes transparent bricks and a unique brick construction. The quaint mini Green Grocer also features transparent bricks and a fire escape at the rear, while the mini Fire Brigade includes a brick bell and white arch wall elements. Finally, the mini Grand Emporium has a rooftop sign, skylight and window washing platform.

Authentic miniature representation of first 5 Modular Buildings: Café Corner, Market Street, Green Grocer, Fire Brigade and Grand Emporium!
Each building can be displayed individually or connected to the other buildings in the set!
All buildings feature fantastic detailing and a wide variety of elements and colors!
Completed model measures over 5" (14.5 cm) tall, 12" (32 cm) long and 2.5" (6.5 cm) wide!
Each individual building measures 2.5" (6.5 cm) long and 2.5" (6.5 cm) wide!

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Compared to individual Modular Buildings, the Mini Modulars set offers a compact and condensed representation of the series. While lacking the scale and detail of the larger sets, it provides a unique and accessible entry point for collectors. Sets like the Architecture series offer similar display appeal, but the Mini Modulars stand out due to their connection to the popular Modular Buildings theme.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 1,356
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 99 unique parts, 1,356 pieces

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The set features a variety of small plates and tiles in light bluish gray, tan, and dark red, useful for micro-scale building and detailing. The inclusion of trans-green plates adds a pop of color and can be repurposed for various architectural MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Bluish Gray Plate 1 x 1 (65x) $3.25

Light Bluish Gray Tile 1 x 2 with Groove (39x) $3.90

Trans-Green Plate 1 x 1 (32x) $3.20

Dark Red Plate 1 x 1 (28x) $2.80

White Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (26x) $3.90

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$17.05

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expanded Micro-scale City Layout

🏛 Micro-scale landmarks around the world

🏰 Micro-scale castle or village

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LEGOSupremePlease appreciates the LEGO 10230 Mini Modulars set, noting it includes miniaturized versions of the initial five modular buildings. The reviewer expresses satisfaction with owning this set, especially given the rarity and high cost of the full-sized, retired modulars.