Sailboats have cruised the world’s lakes and oceans for centuries and remain popular among many skilled and dedicated watermen and women. They require a degree of skill and an awareness of the wind and weather while offering a traditional and exhilarating boating experience. Search for new or use... learn more about Sailboats
4,957 New and Used Sailboats
Beaufort (United States of America)
27.0 ft.
1990
Used
“The Orion 27 sails well in all sea conditions and sports a well-balanced sailplan that makes it fast on and off the wind. Responsive and maneuverable are words often...
$39,500
Marina Del Rey, CA (United States of America)
137.8 ft.
2003
Used
Arlion Boat | 42' Catalina 2003 Second Owner after Catalina Yacht owner Inflatable Dinghy and 20hp Outboard Dinghy Davits New Strato Glass on Dodger ...
$175,000
Jacksonville, Flo... (United States of America)
39.07 ft.
1985
Used
Ideal size for long distance cruising, she can be handled by one experienced sailor, yet comfortably accommodate a family of four.Storage space is ample as well...
$44,500
Kemah, Texas (United States of America)
32.74 ft.
2007
Used
Accomodations The interior of the 309 feels much larger than her 31 feet. There is an easy descent (no steep ladder) into a very spacious main salon and galley are...
$74,900
Kemah, Texas (United States of America)
35.24 ft.
2005
Used
Updates Recent additions within theLast two years Jib Sunbrella Sun Cover replaced 33 lb Rocna self-righting anchor 140 ft chain rode and chain...
$83,900
Newport,RI, (United States of America)
34.09 ft.
2024
New
Description The newly launched Jeanneau Sun Fast 30 One Design is an affordable, innovative, powerful, and versatile 30-foot sailboat that aims to make offsho...
P.O.A.
Newport,RI, (United States of America)
33.17 ft.
2023
New
Description #1 DOUBLEHANDED RACE BOAT IN THE USA! A unique opportunity to own a "Performance Race Optimized" ex-demo, mint condition Sun Fast 3300 that has be...
$349,500
New Bedford,MA, (United States of America)
33.92 ft.
2004
Used
Description This Beneteau 331 has been meticulously cared for since new by her owners. She is a comfortable and capable cruiser in a compact package She ...
$69,000
Colon Shelter Bay, (United States of America)
44.16 ft.
2008
Used
2008 Privilege 445 Catamaran - USA Flagged Overview: We are delighted to present this well-maintained 2008 Privilege 445, a beautiful 44.2-foot multihull yacht. With its sleek design by Alain, this fiberglass catamaran offers spacious comfort and superb performance. The yacht is ideal ...
$339,000
Fort Lauderdale,FL, (United States of America)
54.92 ft.
2008
Used
Description DINGHY AND ENGINE ARE NOW EXCLUDED I have sailed and raced on many Jeanneau 54DS models and have also sold a few. They are without a doubt, s...
$298,500
Portsmouth,RI, (United States of America)
50.07 ft.
2011
Used
Description THIS IS NOT A DOCK N GO ENGINE TRANSMISSION. That was replaced with a normal sail drive that is more reliable and safer. Discover the epitome of...
$348,600
Hayes,VA, (United States of America)
45.93 ft.
2022
Used
Description This Lagoon 46 was first delivered and used for one full summer season in Lake Champlain, VT. Hence, she is lightly used in fresh water until the ...
$849,000
New Bedford,MA, (United States of America)
43.01 ft.
2004
Used
Description Stepping aboard this one-owner Jeanneau 43DS, it's instantly apparent that great care has been taken in the maintenance and upkeep of this yacht. ...
$160,000
Newport, Rhode Is... (United States of America)
37.89 ft.
2010
Used
This beautiful and rare 2010 Najad 380 Aphrodite is in like-new condition. After spending most of her life in Sweden, she underwent a winter refit at Najad and was th...
$335,000
Annapolis, MD (United States of America)
50.43 ft.
2007
Used
Video Tour
Shooting Star has many recent upgrades: 10/24 New EVAflooring in the pilot house (should be installed by 11/1) 9/24 New Polycarbonate widows in the pilot house 4/24/24 New Bottom Paint 1/24 NewColligo Dynice Dux Upper and Lower Shrouds 2023 New Doyle Straits Jib 2022 All New B&G el...
$549,000
Marion,MA, (United States of America)
36.32 ft.
1998
Used
Description One of the most popular boats built, the Catalina 36MkII is a comfortable and great sailing cruiser. It is a super family boat, and can be easily ...
$74,500
Portsmouth,RI, (United States of America)
37.17 ft.
2024
New
Description 2024 DELIVERY The Excess 11 is the only large-scale production boat on the market for this size of catamaran. She is one of the smallest crui...
$646,124
Boston,MA, (United States of America)
34.51 ft.
2001
Used
Description The Catalina 34MK II is a spacious and capable 2 cabin cruising boat in a compact 34 foot package. Her shoal draft of only 4' 3'' gives access to ...
$49,000
Tracy's Landing, ... (United States of America)
32.51 ft.
2016
Used
This well kept 2016 Marlow Hunter 31,with a strikingly rich blue hull, is ready for a new owner. Equipped with the Mariner Package, it has all the right equipme...
$104,900
New Bern, North C... (United States of America)
33.01 ft.
1989
Used
1989 Caliber 33 Sailboat The Caliber 33 is a big boat tucked into a small package. Designed by company co-founder, Michael McCreary, the Caliber 33 is a solidly buil...
$35,000
Wickford,RI, (United States of America)
31.0 ft.
2003
Used
Description The Catalina 310 boasts a spacious, modern cockpit, swim platform, two double berths with a private forward cabin, spacious head and galley, all i...
$55,000
Deltaville, VA (United States of America)
39.99 ft.
2019
Used
We are Proud to Present the Exceptional 2019 Leopard 40 Owners Version "Haven", Ready to Sail Away anywhere now!! 2019 ROBERTSON AND CAINE LEOPARD 40 – "Haven" BROK...
$499,000
Deltaville, Virginia (United States of America)
50.98 ft.
2003
Used
This Dettling 51, Blue Zone (#12 of 17 built), is a rare offering of a fine express cruising yacht with sleek lines, sea-kindly motion, extremely well appointed and c...
$629,000
Daytona Beach, Fl... (United States of America)
42.49 ft.
1993
Used
Whether you dream of cruising around the world or simply spending weekends onboard in tranquility, the Hunter 42 might just be the perfect sailboat. The Hunter 42 of...
$109,900
Punta Gorda, FL (United States of America)
37.99 ft.
2005
Used
*Rare Opportunity: 2005 Lagoon 380 S2 Catamaran Spacious 3-Cabin Owner's Version* This popular catamaran with extensive upgrades offers a perfect blend of performance and comfort for cruising enthusiasts. The owners suite occupies the starboard hull, providing a spacious private cabin ...
$245,000
Kemah, Texas (United States of America)
35.43 ft.
2012
Used
Preliminary Listing Subject to Owner's Approval Yanmar Diesel with Only 227 Hours Lead Keel with 4’ 6” Draft New Dripless Shaft Seal February 2022 New Custom Cock...
$194,900
Puerto Vallarta, ... (United States of America)
144.36 ft.
2014
Used
Bisou Boat | 44' Fountaine Pajot 2014 Fountaine Pajot Helia 44 - Owners Version Ready to Cruise - Located in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Australian Registere...
$525,000
Marblehead, Massa... (United States of America)
56.33 ft.
1998
Used
One of our favourite Swans, a great cruiser/racer design. Our office sold Nautor Swan 56, TRAMONTANA as new, and we were involved with her construction and her launch...
$450,000
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Sailboats have cruised the world’s lakes and oceans for centuries and remain popular among many skilled and dedicated watermen and women. They require a degree of skill and an awareness of the wind and weather while offering a traditional and exhilarating boating experience. Search for new or used sailboats for sale in your area in all sizes and prices to begin your journey.
A sailboat is classified as any boat that harnesses the power of the wind for propulsion. In real terms, this covers a huge variety of vessels, from small sailing dinghies to daysailers, single-masted boats, twin-masted boats, racing sailboats, and sailing superyachts. Depending on the size of the sailboat, it might have cabins, a galley, one or more heads, or more simply a small covered space for storage.
Sailboats were traditionally constructed of wood, and it is still possible to find brands producing classic wooden hulls. However, these days most sailboats are made from materials such as fiberglass, aluminum, and even carbon fiber.
When it comes to sails, rigging configurations are widely varying and are used to further classify sailboats into their relevant categories. Likewise, the keel of a sailboat can vary, from a full keel to a fin keel, or catamarans which have twin hulls with or without significant keels or daggerboards.
Sloops make up the largest segment of sailboats and are characterized by a single mast rig that commonly has a triangular mainsail and a headsail. They are popular with beginners who find their rig simple to handle, but also with sailing pros who enjoy their ease of maneuverability. They are also frequently seen as racing boats thanks to their speed and good windward performance. They can be of any length from an 8-foot pram to a 258-foot superyacht and are often versatile with regards to their layout and ability to cruise in many conditions.
Although similar in appearance to the sloop, a cutter has markedly different rigging with two headsails (a headsail and a staysail). This allows for good control and stability, especially in adverse weather, although it makes it a little more complicated to sail. Cutters also commonly have a spar extending from the bow known as a bowsprit.
Large schooners have been around for centuries and are characterized by their multiple masts. They were originally designed for fishing or offshore voyages and able to handle even the roughest of sea conditions but often require more crewmembers to handle the complex rigging.
These two-masted sailboats are similar in their appearance as they have a mainmast in front that is taller than the mizzenmast behind it. The difference lies in the positioning of the mizzen—behind the rudder post on the yawl and forward of it on the ketch. In general they are not as fast upwind as a sloop sailboat, but because of their shorter masts and smaller sails they often better suited to handling rough sea conditions. They can vary in size and often make good long-range sailboats.
The smallest sailboats are dinghies and daysailers, which are ideal for beginners or fun days out on protected waters. They are easily trailerable and simple to rig and handle. Dinghies are 8 to 18 feet in overall length, while daysailers can be small or quite a bit larger, accommodating more passengers. Both have a single mast, although the rigging can vary widely.
The motorsailer uses a combination of wind power and engine power. While these are less common than sailboats and motorboats thanks to their higher price, they can offer the best of both worlds with the space and ability to power against the wind like a motor boat and the wind power of a sailboat that can increase its range and even invite its sailors to turn off the engine when conditions are right. They are popular for long-range cruising and long-term living.
Catamarans are double-hulled vessels with a shallower draft than monohull sailboats. Small catamarans are fun and fast, sailing right off the beach. Larger catamarans provide much more deck and interior space thanks to their wide beam, and larger models have cabins in both hulls with a spacious living area above the waterline. They don’t heel or tip the way monohulls do and are typically more stable except in extreme windy or wavy conditions
Listing the best sailboats brands is no easy feat as there are hundreds of excellent builders to choose from. There are brands currently producing new sailboats as well as those many that are no longer in operation but whose boats are available on the used market.
Some of the top brands of sailboats include long-time builders such as Catalina, Jeanneau, Tartan, Beneteau, and Hallberg-Rassy, the latter who are known for their blue water yachts.
Other brands worth mentioning are Hobie and their ultra-popular dinghy catamarans, Lagoon Catamarans, Hinckley Yachts, and Dufour to name just a few.
Sailboats give sailors the quintessential boating experience. They offer the chance to learn new skills together as a family, whether it’s on a small dinghy-sized sailboat for beginners, or a larger yacht that you might one day sail you around the world. Sailboats can be purchased for very different price points and styles to suit all skill levels.