Albin Express Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Peter Norlin·1978 – 1985·~1,100 hulls·Albin Marine
Albin Express drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
25.5' · 7.77 m
Disp.
3,968 lbs · 1,800 kg
First year
1978

The Albin Express, introduced in 1979, represents a pivotal moment in Scandinavian yacht design where the demand for highperformance racing met the practical needs of family coastal cruising. Designed by the prolific Peter Norlin, the Express was conceived as a direct response to the American J/24, which was then dominating the international onedesign circuit. While the J/24 focused heavily on racing performance, Norlin’s design sought a more "allaround" character, offering a more robust interior and superior manners in heavy weather without sacrificing competitive speed. This balance proved extraordinarily successful; over 1,100 units were produced, primarily at the Albin Marin shipyard in Kristinehamn, Sweden, making it one of the most successful onedesign classes in Northern Europe.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 8,680
Ask, not sold · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-32.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
Global market

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

2 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Albin Ballad 3029.99'$ 10,821177
Albin ExpressYou are here$ 8,68042

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Albin Express cost?+
The median asking price for a used Albin Express over the past 12 months is $8,680. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Albin Express sailboats are for sale?+
2 Albin Express listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 4 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Albin Express prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Albin Express has decreased by 32.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Do Albin Express listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Albin Express listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 0.5% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
05What should I look at instead of a Albin Express?+
Comparable models include Albin Ballad 30. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.