2021 Tesla Model 3 prices in California
The median pre-owned asking price for a 2021 Tesla Model 3 in California is $23,080 based on 164 active listings.
As of July 25, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2021 Tesla Model 3 in California is $23,080, based on 164 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
◷ Updated July 25, 2026 ▤ 164 active dealer listings, refreshed daily Methodology →
Typical: $19,951–$25,306 — the middle half of 164 asking prices
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% (payment-priced ads, typos, salvage) so outliers don't distort it.
What moves the price on a 2021 Tesla Model 3
The $19,951–$25,306 typical range isn't randomness — two factors explain most of it:
Asking prices run about $28,444 under 15K miles and fall to $18,086 over 105K miles — roughly $1,000 for every 10,000 miles.
The Standard Range Plus RWD typically asks $23,422, while the Performance AWD asks $27,220 — same year, same market.
Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.
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Modelled from 441 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. Not a formal appraisal.
2021 Tesla Model 3: a fair price for your mileage
A 2021 Tesla Model 3 sheds roughly $1,000 for every 10,000 miles. Find your mileage below.
Fair price by mileage and trim
| Mileage | All listings | Standard Range Plus RWD | Long Range AWD | Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | $28,444 | $26,868 | $28,700 | — |
| 15K–30K miles | $27,777 | $25,817 | $29,881 | $31,300 |
| 30K–45K miles | $26,790 | $25,648 | $27,801 | $30,139 |
| 45K–60K miles | $25,123 | $24,507 | $26,837 | $28,038 |
| 60K–75K miles | $24,051 | $23,247 | $25,452 | $26,715 |
| 75K–90K miles | $22,992 | $21,956 | $23,811 | $26,716 |
| 90K–105K miles | $20,394 | $19,881 | $20,648 | $25,302 |
| Over 105K miles | $18,086 | $17,448 | $19,218 | $20,482 |
Medians of live asking prices per band and version; “—” means fewer than 3 matching listings. National data.
Fair price by mileage — all versions combined
| Mileage ⓘ | Based on ⓘ | Fair price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | 12 listings | $28,444 | $26K–$30K |
| 15K–30K miles | 60 listings | $27,777 | $26K–$30K |
| 30K–45K miles | 137 listings | $26,790 | $25K–$28K |
| 45K–60K miles | 173 listings | $25,123 | $24K–$27K |
| 60K–75K miles | 158 listings | $24,051 | $23K–$26K |
| 75K–90K miles | 94 listings | $22,992 | $21K–$24K |
| 90K–105K miles | 71 listings | $20,394 | $19K–$22K |
| Over 105K miles | 97 listings | $18,086 | $16K–$20K |
Same trim and condition assumed — mileage is the biggest lever after configuration. National data; California prices track it closely.
2021 Tesla Model 3: price by trim
| Trim | Based on ⓘ | Median price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ | Where it sits ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Range Plus RWD | 441 listings | $23,422 | $21K–$25K | |
| Long Range AWD | 247 listings | $24,966 | $22K–$27K | |
| Performance AWD | 111 listings | $27,220 | $25K–$30K |
National data; California prices track it closely.
Price history
Median asking price by month — national · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)
The median listing price for a 2021 Tesla Model 3 is $24,795 (July 2026) — up 3.3% from $23,998 in July 2025.
Monthly price table
| Month | Median price | Typical range | Vehicles listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | $24,795 | $22K–$27K | 1,123 |
| June 2026 | $24,714 | $22K–$27K | 1,197 |
| May 2026 | $23,992 | $21K–$26K | 1,148 |
| April 2026 | $22,998 | $20K–$25K | 1,094 |
| March 2026 | $21,998 | $20K–$24K | 1,541 |
| February 2026 | $21,495 | $19K–$23K | 1,313 |
| January 2026 | $21,662 | $20K–$24K | 1,273 |
| December 2025 | $21,990 | $20K–$24K | 1,010 |
| November 2025 | $22,000 | $20K–$24K | 650 |
| October 2025 | $22,998 | $20K–$25K | 808 |
| September 2025 | $22,999 | $21K–$25K | 811 |
| August 2025 | $23,499 | $21K–$25K | 955 |
| July 2025 | $23,998 | $21K–$26K | 246 |
2021 Tesla Model 3 inventory across the U.S.
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Frequently asked questions
Why do 2021 Tesla Model 3 prices range from $14,996 to $31,252 in California?
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 $19,951 and $25,306 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
How much should mileage change the price of a 2021 Tesla Model 3?
Expect roughly $1,000 less for every 10,000 miles on the odometer. A 60K-mile example should cost about $3,000 less than a 30K-mile one of the same trim — check the fair-price-by-mileage table above for your band.
Do Tesla Model 3 prices in California differ from the rest of the country?
Yes. The average in California is $22,748, which is $1,204 below the national average of $23,952. Local supply, demand and transport costs all play a part.
How many 2021 Tesla Model 3 are for sale in California right now?
164 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
How we calculate these prices
We track 164 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 remove data errors, salvage titles, and monthly-payment figures posted as if they were sale prices. 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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