Visit Eiffel's Apartment!
A tribute to Parisian Architecture

Construct Gustave Eiffel's personal office atop his iconic tower with this detailed 228-piece LEGO set.

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Set #40579

Eiffel's Apartment

Eiffel's Apartment is a charming tribute to architectural history.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for LEGO fans and architecture enthusiasts who appreciate historical landmarks ⏱ 2 hr build 🧩 228 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.2

Fans appreciate the set's unique subject matter and elegant design, making it a great display piece. Some find the build relatively simple, but the overall aesthetic and historical significance are well-received.

📝 Our Take

Eiffel's Apartment is a charming tribute to architectural history. This promotional set offers a delightful glimpse into Gustave Eiffel's private space atop his iconic tower, capturing the essence of Parisian elegance in a compact and displayable form.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts and architecture aficionados. With its manageable piece count, it provides an enjoyable building experience suitable for intermediate builders looking to add a touch of sophistication to their collection.

Skip this if you prefer larger, more complex builds or seek extensive play features. Consider sets like the LEGO Architecture series for more detailed architectural models or larger-scale builds for a more immersive experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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228
Pieces
2h
Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Intricate detailing that captures the essence of Eiffel's apartment
  • Clever use of small parts to create architectural textures
  • Enjoyable building experience with a focus on aesthetics
  • Compact and displayable size, ideal for shelves or desks

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
B+
Investment Grade
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Eiffel's Apartment, being a promotional set, holds moderate investment potential. Its limited availability and unique subject matter contribute to its collectibility. As a retired set, its value is likely to gradually increase, especially among architecture enthusiasts and LEGO collectors seeking unique display pieces. However, its relatively small size and piece count may limit significant price surges compared to larger, more intricate sets.

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Eiffel's Apartment offers a unique blend of historical significance and architectural design, setting it apart from standard building sets. While smaller than the full LEGO Eiffel Tower, it provides a more intimate and detailed look at Eiffel's personal space. Collectors interested in architectural landmarks might also consider the LEGO Architecture series for similar display pieces.

1 Minifigures Included

The set includes a Gustave Eiffel minifigure, adding a unique touch and collectible value to the set.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 71 unique parts • 216 total pieces

Sticker Sheet for Set 40579-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 10500592 [No Color/Any Color]
Tile Special 2 x 2 Inverted Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 11203 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 3 x 3 Plate 3 x 3
Part #: 11212 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 3 x 3 Plate 3 x 3
Part #: 11212 Tan
Wedge 4 x 4 Facet Wedge 4 x 4 Facet
Part #: 14413 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Reddish Brown
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15712 12× Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 Pearl Gold
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 Black
Bar Holder with Hole and Bar Handle Bar Holder with H...
Part #: 23443 Black
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Dark Bluish Gray
Large Figure Weapon Lightsaber Hilt with Axle Hole and Two Bar Holders Large Figure Weap...
Part #: 24122 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 3 x 3...
Part #: 2450 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 3 x 3...
Part #: 2450 Dark Red
Brick 1 x 2 x 5 with Hollow Studs Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...
Part #: 2454b Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge 3 x 3 Facet Wedge 3 x 3 Facet
Part #: 2462 Tan
Wedge 3 x 3 Facet Wedge 3 x 3 Facet
Part #: 2462 Dark Bluish Gray
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Yellow
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 26601 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Studs on 2 Adjacent Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 26604 Black
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 White
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Trans-Clear
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 8 Brick 2 x 8
Part #: 3007 White
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 Dark Bluish Gray
Weapon Gun / Pistol / Revolver Large Barrel, Long Grip Weapon Gun / Pist...
Part #: 30132 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Dark Red
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge 3 x 3 Cut Corner Wedge 3 x 3 Cut C...
Part #: 30505 Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 2 with Letter, Red Seal print Tile 1 x 2 with L...
Part #: 3069bpr0271 Tan
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 Black
Brick 1 x 2 x 2 with Inside Stud Holder Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 3245c Dark Bluish Gray
Plant, Plate 1 x 1 Round with 3 Leaves Plant, Plate 1 x ...
Part #: 32607 Bright Green
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Only 2 studs Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 33909 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Tan
Fence Lattice 1 x 4 x 1 Fence Lattice 1 x...
Part #: 3633 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Dark Bluish Gray
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate - Top Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3679 Light Bluish Gray
Turntable 2 x 2 Plate, Base Turntable 2 x 2 P...
Part #: 3680 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Tan
Equipment Candlestick Equipment Candles...
Part #: 37762 Flat Silver
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Reddish Brown
Seat / Chair 2 x 2 with Center Sprue Mark Seat / Chair 2 x ...
Part #: 4079b Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 75° 2 x 1 x 3 with Hollow Stud Slope 75° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 4460b Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Open O Top Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 44861 Yellow
Brick Round 1 x 1 with Fins, Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 4588 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 Studs on 4 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4733 Dark Bluish Gray
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 Tan
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 Dark Bluish Gray
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Dark Bluish Gray
Window 1 x 4 x 3 without Shutter Tabs Window 1 x 4 x 3 ...
Part #: 60594 Dark Bluish Gray
Glass for Window 1 x 4 x 3 [Opening] Glass for Window ...
Part #: 60603 Trans-Clear
Wedge Plate 6 x 6 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 6 x 6...
Part #: 6106 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61252 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Clear
Bar 1 x 4 x 3 [End Tabs] Bar 1 x 4 x 3 [En...
Part #: 62113 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Dark Bluish Gray
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 Reddish Brown
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 6 Tile 2 x 6
Part #: 69729 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...
Part #: 85984 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge 2 x 2 Facet Wedge 2 x 2 Facet
Part #: 87620 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Round 2 x 2 [Grill] Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 92947 Reddish Brown
The set features a variety of Dark Bluish Gray elements, useful for creating detailed architectural models and structures. The inclusion of Reddish Brown headlight bricks and Pearl Gold round tiles adds to the set's aesthetic appeal and potential for creative builds.

💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges (12x) $1.20
Reddish Brown Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (6x) $0.90
Pearl Gold Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar (6x) $1.50
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$3.60

💡 MOC Potential

🏛 Expand the Eiffel Tower base with additional modular sections.
🏙 Create a larger Parisian cityscape incorporating other iconic buildings.
🏰 Use the parts for detailed castle interiors or architectural details.

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Charts Inventory Statistics

71
Unique Parts
216
Total Pieces
1
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1