As of July 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical BMW 3 Series (F31) is actually worth $10,700 (fair range $9,400 to $11,900). Unlike the median asking price shown above, True Value is anchored to 0 recent confirmed sales, normalized for mileage, and blends auction hammer prices (grossed up for buyer's premium) with real-world asking behavior.
Sellers are currently asking a median of $12,000 — about 12% above what these cars have actually been selling for. That gap favors patient buyers: negotiate from the sold data, not the ask.
Still gathering enough sold history to call this market.
As of July 2026, the BMW 3 Series (F31) market has 1,000 active listings across 14 marketplaces tracked by CarSearch.Pro. The median asking price is $5,700, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $4,600 and $6,499. BMW 3 Series (F31) prices have increased 54.6% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $13,900 to $21,495.
The typical BMW 3 Series (F31) on the market has 131,645 miles. Listings spend an average of 4 days on market before selling or being removed.
Current BMW 3 Series (F31) Pricing
A fair price for a BMW 3 Series (F31) in July 2026 is between $4,600 and $6,499 (25th to 75th percentile). Prices range from $3,600 to $6,899 across 1,000 active listings.
Price Distribution (1,000 Active Listings)
Percentile
Price
Meaning
10th
$3,600
Budget / project cars
25th
$4,600
Below average price
Median (50th)
$5,700
Typical market price
75th
$6,499
Above average / premium
90th
$6,899
Top tier / low miles / rare spec
The average asking price is $5,444, which is lower than the median, suggesting pricing is relatively symmetrical across the market.
Price by Mileage
Mileage Range
Listings
Median Price
Under 10,000 mi
7
$4,500
10,000 - 25,000 mi
15
$5,400
25,000 - 50,000 mi
10
$5,600
50,000 - 100,000 mi
176
$5,400
100,000 - 150,000 mi
506
$5,989
Over 150,000 mi
283
$5,500
BMW 3 Series (F31) Price Trends
BMW 3 Series (F31) prices have increased 54.6% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q2, the median sale price was $21,495 across 4 sales, up from $13,900 in 2025-Q2.
Best Value BMW 3 Series (F31) by Model Year
The 2019 BMW 3 Series (F31) offers the best value with a median price of $3,999 across 10 listings. The most expensive model year is 2018 at a median of $6,500.
Median Price by Model Year
Year
Listings
Median Price
Min
Max
2012
201
$5,300
$2,500
$6,995
2013
296
$5,500
$2,500
$6,995
2014
217
$5,800
$2,500
$6,995
2015
193
$5,995
$2,500
$6,995
2016
59
$5,999
$2,500
$6,950
2017
15
$5,800
$2,500
$6,900
2018
9
$6,500
$3,992
$6,990
2019
10
$3,999
$2,500
$6,590
BMW 3 Series (F31) Price Forecast
Horizon
Direction
Probability
Regime
Past Accuracy
6 months
→ FLAT
50%
stable
insufficient history
12 months
→ FLAT
50%
stable
insufficient history
24 months
→ FLAT
50%
stable
insufficient history
These are probabilistic direction calls, not price targets. The "Past Accuracy" column is this model's real walk-forward record on the BMW 3 Series (F31) — every month we re-run the forecast as if we only knew what was knowable then, and grade it against what actually happened. We publish the hit rate either way. Full methodology & track record →
Where to Buy a BMW 3 Series (F31)
The highest concentration of BMW 3 Series (F31) listings is in CA with 198 active listings, followed by FL (151), TX (144), GA (70), NJ (51).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in CT at $5,000, while NC has the highest at $6,500. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $1,500.
Top States by Inventory
State
Listings
Median Price
CA
198
$5,500
FL
151
$5,500
TX
144
$5,450
GA
70
$5,500
NJ
51
$6,423
AZ
48
$5,400
NY
40
$5,500
WA
38
$5,699
MA
34
$5,400
VA
32
$6,095
BMW 3 Series (F31) Market Velocity
BMW 3 Series (F31) listings spend an average of 4 days on market. This is a fast-moving market. Buyers should expect competitive pricing and be prepared to act quickly on well-priced examples. Sellers can generally expect strong demand.
The median time on market is 4 days.
BMW 3 Series (F31) Buyer's Guide Summary
Fair price range: $4,600 to $6,499. The median is $5,700. Anything below $4,600 is a strong value; above $6,499 should be premium condition, low miles, or a desirable specification.
Trending up: BMW 3 Series (F31) prices have risen 54.6% recently. Buying sooner may save money if the trend continues.
Best value year: The 2019 model year has the lowest median price at $3,999, making it the most accessible entry point into BMW 3 Series (F31) ownership.
Act fast: With an average of 4 days on market, good examples sell quickly. Have financing arranged and be ready to move on a listing within days.