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 • 2020
American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster - Plasma Red Burst with Maple Fingerboard
$1,800
Mint
Jim's Gear Depot • 2021
Fender American Ultra Luxe Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2021 - 2024 - 2-Color Sunburst
$1,995
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2020
2020 Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Noiseless Pickups Eye Catching Mocha Burst (163)
$1,700
Good
Brook Mays Music
Open Box Fender American Ultra Stratocaster HSS - Arctic White (includes case)
$1,900
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2020
American Ultra Stratocaster HSS - Ultraburst with Rosewood Fingerboard
$1,550
Excellent
Jon Ross • 2019
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2019 - Present - Plasma Red Burst
$1,500
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2020
American Ultra Stratocaster - Cobra Blue with Maple Fingerboard
$1,450
Mint
Gerardo's Boutique • 2023
2023 Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Texas Tea
$1,800
Excellent
MSP Web
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster - Rosewood Fingerboard, Ultraburst
$1,912
Excellent
Unknown seller • 2024
American Ultra Stratocaster®, Maple Fingerboard, Cobra Blue
$1,200
Good
Unknown seller • 2020
American Ultra Stratocaster - Texas Tea with Maple Fingerboard
$1,800
Mint
Alessio De Moliner • 2019
Fender Stratocaster American Ultra HSS 2019 Cobra Blu
$1,963
Very Good![FENDER USA American Ultra Stratocaster Arctic Pearl [US22071764] (04/30)](https://rvb-img.reverb.com/i/s--X0ZXDBCv--/quality=medium-low,height=800,width=800,fit=contain/6b30610c-fd10-4789-852d-cbd473f79428.jpg)
ISHIBASHI MUSIC
FENDER USA American Ultra Stratocaster Arctic Pearl [US22071764] (04/30)
$1,921
Very Good![Fender USA American Ultra Stratocaster Ultraburst [US20053376] (04/28)](https://rvb-img.reverb.com/i/s--5oyZqLSW--/quality=medium-low,height=800,width=800,fit=contain/1b68d1f4-d982-4741-a765-153b58b94315.jpg)
ISHIBASHI MUSIC • 2020
Fender USA American Ultra Stratocaster Ultraburst [US20053376] (04/28)
$1,576
Good
HG’s Gear Page • 2019
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster with Maple Fretboard 2019 - Present - Cobra Blue
$1,350
Excellent
Manchester Music Mill
Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster, Ebony Fingerboard, Texas Tea
$2,300
Mint
Chicago’s Best Gear • 2022
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster – Cobra Blue (Maple Board, SSS)
$1,199
Very Good
Rayhill Audio • 2023
Fender American Ultra Stratocaster Left-Hand USA Electric Guitar 2023 - Ultraburst
$1,699
Mint