The Alajuela 38 is widely regarded as a pinnacle of the "heavy displacement" school of American yacht design, a vessel that prioritizes ultimate seaworthiness and structural integrity over light-air speed. Conceived by Mike Riding and the Alajuela Yacht Corp in Huntington Beach, California, the boat is a direct descendant of William Atkin’s 1930s Ingrid design, which was itself an evolution of the traditional Colin Archer-style double-enders. During its production run from 1972 to the mid-1980s, the Alajuela 38 earned a reputation as a "refined Westsail," offering the same bulletproof construction as its famous contemporary but with significantly improved sailing lines and a higher level of interior finish.
Alajuela 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Alajuela
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- Alajuela Yacht Corp.
- Designer
- Colin Archer/William Atkin
- Number Built
- 72
- Production Year(s)
- 1974 - 1985
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $139,900 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $23,900 |
| Dec 2025 | 2 | $39,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $34,000 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $20,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $139,900 |
Price Reduction Insights
50.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 5.7% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nauticat 38 | 37.5' | $115,451 | 39 | 16 |
| Island Packet 38 | 38' | $99,000 | 28 | 11 |
| Hans Christian 38T | 49.02' | $84,925 | 24 | 4 |
| Cabo Rico 38 | 38' | $89,000 | 13 | 4 |
| Shannon 38 | 37.75' | $64,950 | 13 | 4 |
| Caliber 38 | 38' | $84,500 | 11 | 7 |
| Pacific Seacraft Crealock 37 | 36.92' | $66,323 | 10 | 2 |
| Alajuela 38 | $39,000 | 7 | 2 | |
| Ta Chiao CT-38 | $29,500 | 6 | 0 | |
| INGRID 38 | 38' | $51,507 | 6 | 3 |
| Moody 38 | 37.5' | $96,602 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $36,500 | 6 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Alajuela 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Alajuela 38 over the past 12 months is $39,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Alajuela 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 7 Alajuela 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Alajuela 38 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Alajuela 38 has increased by 105% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Do Alajuela 38 listings get price reductions?
- About 50% of Alajuela 38 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 5.7% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Alajuela 38?
- Comparable models include the Nauticat 38, Island Packet 38, Hans Christian 38T. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.