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2021 Subaru Forester prices in the U.S.
$22,998
Median pre-owned asking price
816 pre-owned listings · Updated September 10, 2026
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National price overview
Typical asking price range
$20,537 – $25,395 All 1,016 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$23,028Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of September 10, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2021 Subaru Forester in the U.S. is $22,998, based on 816 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Price range, sample and methodology details
The median pre-owned asking price for a 2021 Subaru Forester in the U.S. is $22,998 based on 816 pre-owned listings (of 1,016 total).
Based on 1,016 active dealer listings, refreshed daily.
30-day asking price change: +$272.
Typical: $20,537–$25,395 — the middle half of 1,016 asking prices
Median $23,028
$14K low
$30K high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$22,998
Pre-owned median (816)
67,621
Average mileage
What moves the price
Mileage
Asking prices run about $29,201 under 15K miles and fall to $17,178 over 105K miles — roughly $1,100 for every 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles; trim, condition and equipment also vary.
Observed spread: up to $12,023Location
Typical asking prices are $20,392 in Mississippi but $27,995 in Alaska. These are different listing samples, not a measured location adjustment for the same vehicle.
Observed spread: up to $7,603Trim
The Base typically asks $20,000, while the Touring asks $25,717 — same year, same market.
Observed spread: up to $5,717About these price differences
The $20,537–$25,395 typical range isn't randomness — three factors explain most of it:
Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Mileage. These groups contain different vehicles.
Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.
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Choose a state and trim once to update the connected price tables and charts for a 2021 Subaru Forester. Mileage adjusts the estimate only.
Trim
Total miles the car has already driven, as shown on its odometer.
mi
Estimated asking price · All trims
$23,028
$20,537
–
$25,395
1,016 listings · Nationwide
ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.
Estimate assumptions
at typical mileage, nationwide
Modelled from 1,016 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.
Live 2021 Subaru Forester listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $23,028
2021 Subaru Forester
Base
$13,995
VIN JF2SKADC7MH573158
−$9,033 · vs all-listings median
2021 Subaru Forester
Base
$15,400
VIN JF2SKADC8MH483209
−$7,628 · vs all-listings median
2021 Subaru Forester
Premium
$16,500
VIN JF2SKAJC7MH534882
−$6,528 · vs all-listings median
View 9 more priced VINs
- Limited VIN JF2SKAUC4MH412430 $17,900 −$5,128 vs median
- Premium VIN JF2SKAFC4MH461415 $17,995 −$5,033 vs median
- Premium VIN JF2SKAJC8MH438016 $18,995 −$4,033 vs median
- Premium VIN JF2SKAJC7MH471153 $18,300 −$4,728 vs median
- Premium VIN JF2SKAFC8MH581556 $19,894 −$3,134 vs median
- Premium VIN JF2SKAJC5MH483995 $19,950 −$3,078 vs median
- Premium VIN JF2SKAJC4MH448266 $19,995 −$3,033 vs median
- Base VIN JF2SKADCXMH434366 $21,941 −$1,087 vs median
- Sport VIN JF2SKARC4MH511211 $22,188 −$840 vs median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
2021 Subaru Forester: a fair price for your mileage
Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.
Across the national mileage bands, the overall difference is roughly $1,100 per 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles, not depreciation of the same car.
Region · trim United States · All trims
Active listings 1,016
Median asking price $23,028
Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.
Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.
Compare all trims at the same mileage
Compare like-for-like mileage
United States · all states · September 10, 2026
Read across a row to compare trims at a similar odometer reading. Each price is the median asking price for that group, not a valuation of your exact car.
Scroll sideways to compare all trims. Mileage stays visible on the left.
| Mileage (odometer) | All listings | Premium | Limited | Touring | Sport | Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | $29,201 | $28,550 | — | $30,998 | — | — |
| 15K–30K miles | $27,254 | $26,083 | $27,323 | $28,868 | $28,780 | $24,690 |
| 30K–45K miles | $25,393 | $24,388 | $26,113 | $26,994 | $26,138 | $22,990 |
| 45K–60K miles | $24,490 | $23,429 | $24,917 | $26,247 | $24,998 | $21,500 |
| 60K–75K miles | $23,259 | $22,501 | $23,484 | $24,374 | $23,716 | $20,955 |
| 75K–90K miles | $21,492 | $20,875 | $21,997 | $23,021 | $21,995 | $19,395 |
| 90K–105K miles | $20,187 | $19,642 | $20,998 | $21,505 | $21,760 | $17,250 |
| Over 105K miles | $17,178 | $16,600 | $18,974 | $18,944 | $18,995 | $15,824 |
“—” means insufficient data: at least 3 listings per trim and mileage band, or 5 for all trims combined. Equipment, condition and location can still differ within a row.
Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.
View the full national mileage price table
Fair price by mileage — all versions combined
| Mileage ⓘ | Based on ⓘ | Fair price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | 17 listings | $29,201 | $27K–$31K |
| 15K–30K miles | 82 listings | $27,254 | $26K–$29K |
| 30K–45K miles | 163 listings | $25,393 | $24K–$27K |
| 45K–60K miles | 196 listings | $24,490 | $23K–$26K |
| 60K–75K miles | 186 listings | $23,259 | $21K–$24K |
| 75K–90K miles | 144 listings | $21,492 | $20K–$23K |
| 90K–105K miles | 113 listings | $20,187 | $19K–$22K |
| Over 105K miles | 114 listings | $17,178 | $15K–$19K |
United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant.
2021 Subaru Forester: price by trim
United States · all states · September 10, 2026. Counts and prices below are national totals for each trim. The shared market filters update this table for your selected state and highlight your trim.
| Trim | Based on ⓘ | Median price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ | Where it sits ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | 362 listings | $22,272 | $20K–$24K | |
| Limited | 239 listings | $24,353 | $22K–$26K | |
| Touring | 168 listings | $25,717 | $23K–$27K | |
| Sport | 148 listings | $23,112 | $21K–$25K | |
| Base | 97 listings | $20,000 | $17K–$22K |
Understand the differences
2021 Subaru Forester: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
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Premium 2.5L 4-cyl · AWD VIN pattern: JF2SKAJC · year code M$22,350 Median asking price · U.S. 237 priced listings · September 6, 2026
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Touring 2.5L 4-cyl · AWD VIN pattern: JF2SKAXC · year code M$25,499 Median asking price · U.S. 163 priced listings · September 6, 2026
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Limited 2.5L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JF2SKASC · year code M$24,297 Median asking price · U.S. 58 priced listings · September 6, 2026
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Sport 2.5L 4-cyl · AWD VIN pattern: JF2SKALC · year code M$22,801 Median asking price · U.S. 41 priced listings · September 6, 2026
Show 5 more configurations
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Sport 2.5L 4-cyl · AWD VIN pattern: JF2SKARC · year code M$23,000 Median asking price · U.S. 122 priced listings · September 6, 2026
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Base 2.5L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JF2SKADC · year code M$19,486 Median asking price · U.S. 76 priced listings · September 6, 2026
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Limited 2.5L 4-cyl · AWD VIN pattern: JF2SKAUC · year code M$24,475 Median asking price · U.S. 186 priced listings · September 6, 2026
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Premium 2.5L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JF2SKAFC · year code M$22,860 Median asking price · U.S. 141 priced listings · September 6, 2026
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Base 2.5L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JF2SKAAC · year code M$19,490 Median asking price · U.S. 23 priced listings · September 6, 2026
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
2021 Subaru Forester factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
FACTORY BROCHURE
2021 Subaru Forester PDF Brochure
2021 · US · 13 pages
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Price history
Change state or trim for this report →
View national price history · all trims
Median asking price by month — U.S., all trims · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)
The median listing price for a 2021 Subaru Forester is $23,474 (September 2026) — down 3.9% from $24,426 in September 2025.
Monthly price table
| Month | Median price | Typical range | Vehicles listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | $23,474 | $21K–$25K | 771 |
| August 2026 | $22,998 | $20K–$25K | 1,547 |
| July 2026 | $23,024 | $21K–$25K | 1,440 |
| June 2026 | $23,372 | $21K–$25K | 1,378 |
| May 2026 | $23,351 | $21K–$25K | 1,402 |
| April 2026 | $22,998 | $21K–$25K | 1,228 |
| March 2026 | $22,900 | $20K–$25K | 1,285 |
| February 2026 | $22,052 | $20K–$24K | 1,244 |
| January 2026 | $21,999 | $20K–$24K | 1,139 |
| December 2025 | $22,500 | $20K–$24K | 880 |
| November 2025 | $22,998 | $21K–$25K | 662 |
| October 2025 | $23,998 | $22K–$26K | 699 |
| September 2025 | $24,426 | $22K–$26K | 426 |
2021 Subaru Forester prices by state
See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2021 Subaru Forester for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.
United States · all trims · snapshot September 10, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.
Explore 43 more state markets
New Mexico
Typical asking price
$24,044
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 36
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Louisiana
Typical asking price
$23,888
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 33
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Delaware
Typical asking price
$23,000
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 21
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Mississippi
Typical asking price
$20,392
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 8
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
North Dakota
Typical asking price
$23,000
- Active listings
- 0
- Listed this year
- 21
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
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What does this map show?
The numbers are active listings, not prices. Badges mark the 8 busiest mapped states to keep the map readable; other states can also have listings.
Hover over a state or focus it with your keyboard for details. Click a linked state or its number to open that state's price page.
State details will appear here. On a phone, tap a linked state to open its prices; use the full table for easier browsing.
Scroll the map sideways on smaller screens. Numbers stay large enough to read.
Most active listings
Other states with active listings
No active listings or insufficient data
Alaska and Hawaii are not drawn on this map. Where qualifying data is available, they appear in the full state table. Grey does not necessarily mean no cars are for sale.
View all states and prices
Listed this year counts every 2021 Subaru Forester first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.
EXPLORE THE YEARS
Other Subaru Forester years
Same model, a different chapter. Start with a nearby year, or open the complete timeline.
An earlier model year
2020
Subaru Forester
Typical asking price
$21,876
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2021
Subaru Forester
Typical asking price
$23,028
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A newer model year
2022
Subaru Forester
Typical asking price
$25,133
Explore this year →
See how model-year prices compare
U.S. market · All trimsDifferent model years, shown on the same dollar scale. Median asking price where available; otherwise average. These are different vehicles, not a forecast of your car’s value.
- 2026 $37,737 Median
- 2025 $32,800 Median
- 2024 $29,790 Median
- 2023 $27,982 Median
- 2022 $25,133 Median
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You are here 2021 $23,028 Median
- 2020 $21,876 Median
- 2019 $19,282 Median
- 2018 $16,990 Median
- 2017 $15,143 Median
- 2016 $12,995 Median
- 2015 $11,399 Median
- 2014 $9,995 Median
- 2013 $8,995 Median
- 2012 $7,996 Median
- 2011 $7,864 Median
Showing the newest 16 priced model years plus your current year when older. Open the complete timeline below for older years.
Explore all 25 other model years
Pick a year to open its price report. Prices compare different vehicles and equipment, not the changing value of one car.
Nearby model years
2017
$15,143
2018
$16,990
2019
$19,282
2020
$21,876
2022
$25,133
2023
$27,982
2024
$29,790
2025
$32,800
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What would a 2021 Subaru Forester cost per month?
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Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$397
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $2,227 down
Amount financed
$20,045
Total interest
$3,775
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Before you buy
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- Check title and accident history
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- Review factory equipment
- Check recalls by VIN
Frequently asked questions
Why do 2021 Subaru Forester prices range from $13,990 to $29,998?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $20,537 and $25,395 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
How much should mileage change the price of a 2021 Subaru Forester?
Across the lowest- and highest-mileage groups, asking prices differ by roughly $1,100 per 10,000 miles. These groups contain different vehicles: this is not a same-trim adjustment or a forecast for one car. Compare the mileage and trim tables, then check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 2021 Subaru Forester are for sale right now?
1,016 in total. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2021 Subaru Forester?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 1,016 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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