The Alden 46 stands as a quintessential example of the "Modern Classic" movement that defined the latter years of the Alden design office. Conceived by Niels Helleberg and primarily constructed by Tillotson-Pearson Inc. (TPI) in Rhode Island, the 46 was the direct successor to the legendary Alden 44. It was designed for the discerning yachtsman who demanded the aesthetic grace of a traditional yacht—complete with a clipper-esque bow and a gentle sheer line—but required the underwater geometry of a contemporary performance cruiser. The hull is a robust fiberglass composite, often utilizing TPI’s advanced vacuum-bagging or SCRIMP technology in later hulls, ensuring a high strength-to-weight ratio that remains rare in semi-custom cruising yachts of its era.
Alden 46 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Alden
- Model
- 46
- Builder
- Alden Yachts
- Designer
- Niels Helleberg
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1987 - 1997
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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 | $89,900 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hylas 46 | 46.25' | $420,000 | 38 | 13 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 46 | 48.5' | $411,737 | 24 | 7 |
| Swan 46 | 47.08' | $160,000 | 19 | 8 |
| Grand Soleil 46 (Frers) | $111,799 | 18 | 5 | |
| J Boats J/46 | 46' | $279,000 | 13 | 1 |
| Oyster Yachts 46 | 46' | $566,706 | 8 | 3 |
| Alden 44 | 44.16' | $89,000 | 6 | 2 |
| Bowman 46 | 46.26' | $219,144 | 6 | 6 |
| Alden 54 | 54.08' | $395,957 | 5 | 1 |
| Alden 46 | $89,900 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $89,900 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Alden 46 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Alden 46 over the past 12 months is $89,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Alden 46 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Alden 46 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Alden 46?
- Comparable models include the Hylas 46, Hallberg-Rassy 46, Swan 46. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.