Fender American Ultra Stratocaster
Aftermarket Price History
Used-market sales only. Brand New listings excluded.
The American Ultra Stratocaster is Fender's premium modern production Strat, built for players who want maximum ergonomics and hum-free flexibility from a U.S. factory model. Ultra Noiseless pickups, a compound-radius neck, sculpted contours and expanded switching put it well beyond the American Professional line in terms of feature count, which is exactly what justifies the price spread. On the used market, condition and originality of the electronics package do most of the work, while finish choice only moves prices meaningfully at the margins. It is not aimed at vintage purists, but it is one of Fender's strongest choices for players who want a modern Strat that solves problems.
Individual Listings (Used Market)
Used-condition sales and current used listings. Brand New listings excluded.
Market Report
Used examples typically trade between $1,225 and $1,550; anything under $1,200 is worth a close look. Prices have been largely flat (-0.8%) vs. 12 months ago. The market is predictable month to month.
This is a liquid market at ~23/month in recent sales — buyers have leverage and can afford to wait for the right example.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~15% spread from clean to worn). Player-grade examples represent reasonable value.
Related models
The refined successor: Ultra II Noiseless pickups and upgraded detail work push the formula further.
The mainstream U.S. Strat at a lower price: fewer modern features but a proven working-player spec.
The natural step above the Ultra for players who want hand-selected components and builder provenance.
For Sale (20 listings)
Unknown seller • 2024
American Ultra Stratocaster®, Maple Fingerboard, Cobra Blue
$1,600
Good
The Guitar Rescue • 2023
2023 Fender American Ultra Stratocaster HSS - 8.23 LBS
$1,399
Very Good
Unknown seller • 2020
American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster - Plasma Red Burst with Maple Fingerboard
$1,950
Excellent
Morrell Music Co. • 2025
Fender American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster Electric Guitar Plasma Red Burst w/ OHSC
$1,800
Mint
Unknown seller • 2020
American Ultra Stratocaster - Texas Tea with Maple Fingerboard
$1,800
Mint
Sight & Sound • 2019
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2019 - Present - Cobra Blue
$1,602
Excellent
Rhythm by Reid Guitars, LLC • 2022
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster 2022 - Texas Tea
$1,500
Good
Guitar Pickers AZ • 2019
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster HSS with Maple Fretboard 2019 - Arctic Pearl
$1,325
Excellent
Mom and Dad’s Music • 2019
2019 Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Texas Tea
$1,599
Excellent
Nelson's Guitar and Gear • 2019
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2019 - Present - Arctic Pearl
$1,299
Good
Uncle T’s 916 Shop • 2022
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2022 - Ultraburst w/Elite Case
$1,400
Excellent
Six String Anarchy • 2019
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster - Texas Tea
$1,699
Excellent
Morgan Music • 2021
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster 2021 - Ultraburst
$1,750
Very Good
Cottone's Family Music Center • 2022
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster 2022 - Texas Tea
$1,400
Excellent
Morrell Music Co. • 2022
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Electric Guitar Ultraburst Finish w/ OHSC
$1,400
Excellent
Mion Instruments • 2023
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2023 - Cobra Blue
$1,454
Excellent
Drew's Gear Shop • 2019
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster HSS with Maple Fretboard 2019 - Present - Texas Tea
$1,374
Excellent
Uncle Ike's Music & Sound • 2022
2022 Fender American Ultra Stratocaster - Rosewood Fingerboard / Arctic Pearl w/ Hard Case
$1,299
Excellent
Milwaukee Vintage • 2021
2021 Fender American Ultra Stratocaster - Sunburst With OHSC & Case Candy
$1,950
Excellent