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 $1,575; anything under $1,225 is worth a close look. Prices are down 3.8% vs. 12 months ago. The market is predictable month to month.
This is a liquid market at ~17/month in recent sales — buyers have leverage and can afford to wait for the right example.
Condition has a moderate effect on price (~18% 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
American Ultra Stratocaster HSS Electric Guitar with Case - Arctic Pearl
$1,400
Good
Gear Bazaar • 2021
Fender American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster Floyd Rose HSS 2021 - 2024 - Mystic Black
$2,100
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2023
American Ultra Stratocaster Left-Hand USA Electric Guitar 2023 - Ultraburst
$1,699
Excellent
GitaarBarbaar B.V. • 2024
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster | Sinister Red
$3,006
Mint
Unknown seller • 2020
American Ultra Stratocaster Solidbody Electric Guitar - Cobra Blue with Maple Fingerboard
$1,250
Excellent
Christman's Guitar Shop • 2021
Fender American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster 2021 2-Color Sunburst Stainless Frets w/ Case
$1,800
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2021
American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2021 - 2-Color Sunburst
$1,725
Excellent
Mom and Dad’s Music • 2024
2024 Fender American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster 2-Color Sunburst
$2,000
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2024
American Ultra Stratocaster USA Electric Guitar 2024 - Ultraburst
$1,699
Excellent
Weald of Guitar • 2023
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Limited Edition with Ebony Fretboard 2023 - Bubble Gum Metallic
$1,969
Very Good
Unknown seller • 2020
American Ultra Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Ultraburst
$1,400
Excellent
Rayhill Audio • 2023
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Left-Hand USA Electric Guitar 2023 - Ultraburst
$1,699
Mint
Unknown seller
American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster - 2-color Sunburst with Maple Fingerboard
$1,750
Excellent
Phil's Gear Exchange • 2020
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster 2020 with Pure Vintage 57/62 pickups 2020 - Cobra Blue
$1,585
Excellent
Unknown seller
American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster USA Electric Guitar - Sunburst
$2,149
Excellent
Chad's Shop • 2021
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Left-Handed with Rosewood Fretboard 2021 - 2025 - Ultraburst
$1,600
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2024
American Ultra Stratocaster USA Electric Guitar 2024 - Ultraburst
$1,699
Excellent
Valor guitar Works • 2019
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2019 - 2025 - Arctic Pearl
$1,292
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2020
American Ultra Stratocaster USA Electric Guitar 2020 - Arctic Pearl
$1,799
Excellent