How many pieces are in the City Starter Set?

City Starter Set contains 273 pieces.

When was the City Starter Set released?

City Starter Set was released in 2013.

🏛 City

Set #60023

City Starter Set

The City Starter Set is a fantastic entry point into the world of LEGO City.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Ideal for children aged 5-10 who are new to LEGO building or enjoy playing with LEGO City sets.
Build: 273 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $29.99 list price · 11.0¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.2 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans appreciate the variety of minifigures and the easy-to-build nature of this starter set, making it ideal for younger builders. Some find the individual builds a bit simplistic, but overall it's considered a great introduction to the LEGO City theme.

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📝 Our Take

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The City Starter Set is a fantastic entry point into the world of LEGO City. With five minifigures and several small vehicles and structures, it offers immediate playability and a diverse building experience. It’s a great way to populate your LEGO town and spark imaginative scenarios.

This set is perfect for young LEGO enthusiasts and those new to the City theme. The builds are straightforward and engaging, providing a satisfying experience without being overwhelming. The variety of minifigures also adds to the play value.

Skip this if you are an experienced builder looking for a challenging project. This set is designed for beginners, so consider larger, more complex City sets like the Police Station or Fire Brigade for a more advanced building experience.

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273

Pieces

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Estimated Build Time

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Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and easy-to-follow instructions.
A variety of small builds that can be completed quickly.
Includes a diverse range of vehicles and structures.
Great for learning basic building techniques.

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⏳ Retired

The City Starter Set, being a retired set, has seen a steady increase in value. Its appeal lies in its accessibility and the variety of elements it provides, making it attractive to both collectors and those looking for parts. While not a high-end investment, the rising price trend suggests it will continue to appreciate modestly. The set's complete package of figures and builds contribute to its collectibility, mitigating some risks associated with less comprehensive sets. Considering the original MSRP and current market value, it presents a reasonable investment opportunity, especially for those who acquired it close to its release.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other City starter sets, 60023-1 offers a balanced mix of emergency services and a criminal element, providing a good starting point for imaginative play. A similar set might be 60138-1 High-Speed Chase, which focuses more on police action. However, the diverse minifigure selection in 60023-1 makes it a more versatile choice for beginners looking to build a varied LEGO City.

5 Minifigures Included

Boy, Green Jacket, Short Dark Blue Legs, Light Bluish Gray Helmet

4 parts

Fireman, Orange Safety Vest with Radio, Dark Red Helmet, Goatee Beard

4 parts

Paramedic, Red Jacket, Red Legs, Blue Cap, Stubble

4 parts

Policeman, Black Jacket with Zipper, Radio, and Badge, White Helmet and Visor, Brown Eyebrows

5 parts

Criminal, Prison Shirt with #50380, Dark Bluish Gray Legs, Dark Bluish Gray Hat, Backpack, Black Eyemask

5 parts

This set includes a diverse range of minifigures representing different emergency services and a criminal, offering excellent play possibilities. The fireman, paramedic, and policeman are common in City sets, but the inclusion of a criminal with a prison shirt and eyemask adds unique character.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 273
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 82 unique parts, 251 pieces
Minifigures: 5

The piece count includes the 22 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 1× Tan

Sticker Sheet 1 f...

Part #: 13622 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Sticker Sheet 2 f...

Part #: 14082 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 4× Yellow

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 1× Red

Headwear Accessor...

Part #: 2447 1× Trans-Brown

Wheel Skateboard ...

Part #: 2496 2× Black

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× White

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Red

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 6× White

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× Red

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 5× White

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 3× Red

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Red

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Neon Green

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 5× Blue

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 6× Trans-Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Trans-Yellow

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Trans-Dark Blue

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Red

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 2× Red

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3037 1× Yellow

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3037 1× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Red

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 1× Yellow

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 5× White

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 5× Trans-Dark Blue

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Trans-Red

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Metallic Gold

Tile 1 x 2 with '...

Part #: 3069bpr0100 2× Green

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245c 2× White

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 4× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 12× Red

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 8× Red

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 5× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 5× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Yellow

Part #: 3829c01 1× Blue

Steering Stand 1 ...

Part #: 3829c01 1× Yellow

Weapon Axe

Part #: 3835 1× Black

Minifig Neckwear ...

Part #: 3838 1× Yellow

Equipment Cup / M...

Part #: 3899 1× Yellow

Equipment Signal ...

Part #: 3900 1× White

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 3938 2× Light Bluish Gray

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957b 1× White

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 1× Red

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Seat / Chair 2 x ...

Part #: 4079b 1× Yellow

Seat / Chair 2 x ...

Part #: 4079b 1× Blue

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 4150pr0022 1× Light Bluish Gray

Ladder 14 x 2.5

Part #: 4207 1× White

Sports Skateboard...

Part #: 42511 1× Orange

Bag / Briefcase

Part #: 4449 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4488 8× Black

Tap 1 x 1 without...

Part #: 4599b 1× Yellow

Pneumatic T-Piece...

Part #: 4697b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Wheel Arch, Mudgu...

Part #: 50745 4× Red

Wheel Arch, Mudgu...

Part #: 50745 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Vehicle Base, Mot...

Part #: 50859b 1× Black

Tyre 21 x 6 City ...

Part #: 50861 2× Black

Wheel Centre 15 x...

Part #: 50862 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 2× White

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 52031 1× Red

Fairing, Motorcyc...

Part #: 52035 1× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Red

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Trans-Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 3× Trans-Yellow

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 58181 1× White

Door 1 x 3 x 4 Ri...

Part #: 58380 1× White

Door 1 x 3 x 4 Le...

Part #: 58381 1× White

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 1× Trans-Dark Blue

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 4× Light Bluish Gray

Wheel 11 x 12 wit...

Part #: 6014b 4× White

Comic Book, City,...

Part #: 6047160 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Part #: 60614 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Trans-Red

Equipment Handcuffs

Part #: 61482 1× Light Bluish Gray

Minifig Neckwear ...

Part #: 6158 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Container Box 2 x...

Part #: 61780 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Blue

Wave / Flame Roun...

Part #: 85959pat0001 1× Trans-Red

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [...

Part #: 87552 4× Trans-Light Blue

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87609 1× Red

Tyre 21 x 12 with...

Part #: 87697 8× Black

Plate 2 x 14

Part #: 91988 4× Light Bluish Gray

Windscreen 3 x 6 x 2

Part #: 92583 2× Trans-Light Blue

Tool Crowbar

Part #: 92585 1× Red

Equipment Stretch...

Part #: 93140 1× White

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Vehicle Body, Whe...

Part #: 98835 1× Red

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 5× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 2× Dark Bluish Gray

The set features a good selection of basic bricks and plates in common colors like red, white, and dark bluish gray, making it useful for general building and expanding existing LEGO collections. The inclusion of wheel holders and tires is also valuable for vehicle construction.