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The Animal Sanctuary

The Animal Sanctuary

21253-1·Minecraft·2023·2 minifigs·79 parts

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$14.79
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$16.36
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About The Animal Sanctuary

The Animal Sanctuary (21253-1) is a LEGO Minecraft set released in 2023, currently averaging $14.79 used on BrickLink. It comes with 2 minifigures worth a combined $4.49. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 79 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures account for about 30% of the set's value ($4.49 out of $14.79). The remaining value is in the parts and the set as a complete package. Selling complete will likely net more than parting out unless you have specific demand for the individual figures.

Minifigures in The Animal Sanctuary (2)

Baby Zombie - Plain Torso (Chicken Jockey)
Baby Zombie - Plain Torso (Chicken Jockey)
min127$2.41
Efe
Efe
min159$2.08

Parts (79)

Tile, Round 1 x 2 Oval
Tile, Round 1 x 2 Oval
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Clip on Side (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Clip on Side (Horizontal Grip)
Minifigure, Utensil Axe, Pixelated (Minecraft)
Minifigure, Utensil Axe, Pixelated (Minecraft)
Creature Head Pixelated with Black and White Eyes, Bright Pink Nose, Tan Face with Dark Tan Outline on White Background Pattern (Minecraft Sheep)
Creature Head Pixelated with Black and White Eyes, Bright Pink Nose, Tan Face with Dark Tan Outline on White Background Pattern (Minecraft Sheep)
Creature Head Pixelated with Light Bluish Gray and Dark Bluish Gray Face Pattern (Minecraft Cow)
Creature Head Pixelated with Light Bluish Gray and Dark Bluish Gray Face Pattern (Minecraft Cow)
Creature Head Pixelated with Snout with Black and White Eyes Large, Tan Muzzle Pattern (Minecraft Tamed Wolf)
Creature Head Pixelated with Snout with Black and White Eyes Large, Tan Muzzle Pattern (Minecraft Tamed Wolf)
Bar Holder with Handle
Bar Holder with Handle
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Brick 2 x 2 Corner
×7
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 with Rounded Corners and 2 Sides
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 with Rounded Corners and 2 Sides
×2
Creature Head Pixelated with Ears, Nose, and Face with Blue Eyes and Dark Brown Nose and Face Pattern (Minecraft Cat)
Creature Head Pixelated with Ears, Nose, and Face with Blue Eyes and Dark Brown Nose and Face Pattern (Minecraft Cat)
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
Brick 2 x 6
Brick 2 x 6
×3
Plant Flower Stem with Bar Holder, Bar, and 3 Stems
Plant Flower Stem with Bar Holder, Bar, and 3 Stems
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1 with Flower Edge (5 Petals)
Plate, Round 1 x 1 with Flower Edge (5 Petals)
×4
Plate, Round 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Plate, Round 1 x 1 with Bar Handle
Brick 2 x 4
Brick 2 x 4
×5
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
×15
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 2 x 2
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×5
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×13
Brick 1 x 4
Brick 1 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
×2
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 4
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×8
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×3
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×3
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×3
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 1 x 1
Plate 1 x 1
×2
Plate 4 x 10
Plate 4 x 10
×2
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 4
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
Plate 4 x 6
×4
Plate 6 x 8
Plate 6 x 8
×2
Plate 6 x 8
Plate 6 x 8
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
×2
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
×26
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Carrot / Club
Carrot / Club
Plant Stem with Bar (Carrot Top / Twig)
Plant Stem with Bar (Carrot Top / Twig)
×2
Plant Stem with Bar (Carrot Top / Twig)
Plant Stem with Bar (Carrot Top / Twig)
×2
Tile, Modified 2 x 2 with Studs on Edge
Tile, Modified 2 x 2 with Studs on Edge
Plate 1 x 8
Plate 1 x 8
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 2 with Open Studs
Plate, Round 1 x 2 with Open Studs
Plate, Round 1 x 2 with Open Studs
Plate, Round 1 x 2 with Open Studs
Creature Head Pixelated with Long Ears with White Auricles, Reddish Brown Eyes, and Bright Pink Nose Pattern (Minecraft Rabbit)
Creature Head Pixelated with Long Ears with White Auricles, Reddish Brown Eyes, and Bright Pink Nose Pattern (Minecraft Rabbit)
Plate 2 x 10
Plate 2 x 10
×2
Plate 6 x 6
Plate 6 x 6
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Plate, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×7
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×2
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×3
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Channel
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Channel
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Channel
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Channel
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Channel
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Channel
×2
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2
×4
Container, Treasure Chest Bottom with Slots in Back
Container, Treasure Chest Bottom with Slots in Back
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Open O Clip (Vertical Grip) - Hollow Stud
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Open O Clip (Vertical Grip) - Hollow Stud
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on End
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on End
×2
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Clip on End (Horizontal Grip)
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Clip on End (Horizontal Grip)
Minifigure, Utensil Telescope
Minifigure, Utensil Telescope
×2
Fish
Fish
Plate, Modified 2 x 4 with 2 Studs (Double Jumper)
Plate, Modified 2 x 4 with 2 Studs (Double Jumper)
×3
Tile 1 x 6
Tile 1 x 6
Container, Treasure Chest Lid Flat
Container, Treasure Chest Lid Flat
Plate, Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud
Plate, Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud
×8
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Groove and 1 Stud in Center (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Groove and 1 Stud in Center (Jumper)
×4
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Groove and 1 Stud in Center (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Groove and 1 Stud in Center (Jumper)
×3
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Groove and 1 Stud in Center (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Groove and 1 Stud in Center (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Groove and 1 Stud in Center (Jumper)
Plate, Modified 2 x 2 with Groove and 1 Stud in Center (Jumper)
×2
Bone, Short
Bone, Short
×2
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Inverted

Common questions about The Animal Sanctuary

How much is LEGO The Animal Sanctuary (21253-1) worth?

The Animal Sanctuary sells for an average of $14.79 used and $16.36 new/sealed on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness — missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 21253-1?

This set includes 2 minifigures: Baby Zombie - Plain Torso (Chicken Jockey) ($2.41), Efe ($2.08). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $4.49. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO The Animal Sanctuary?

The minifigures make up about 30% of the set value ($4.49 out of $14.79). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO The Animal Sanctuary (21253-1) retired?

Yes, The Animal Sanctuary was released in 2023 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms.

How do I check if my The Animal Sanctuary set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 2 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

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