Aphrodite 101 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Paul Elvstrom/Jan Kjaerulff·1977·~450 hulls·Bianca Yachts
Aphrodite 101 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
32.6' · 9.94 m
Displ.
6,174 lbs · 2,800 kg
First year
1977

The Aphrodite 101 is a masterclass in Scandinavian performance design, representing a purist’s approach to the cruiserracer category. Conceived in 1977 by the legendary Danish duo Paul Elvstrøm and Jan Kjærulff, the vessel was intended to be the "perfect 10meter yacht," a goal reflected in its name (10.1 meters LOA). While many yachts of the late 1970s prioritized the IOR rating rule’s "fat" midsections, the Aphrodite 101 rejected these trends in favor of a slender, lowprofile hull that emphasizes hydrodynamic efficiency and aesthetic grace. Originally built by Bianca Yachts and later Bachs in Denmark, the production rights eventually moved to Ott Yacht GmbH in Germany, where the model continues to be built to exacting onedesign standards today. With nearly 500 hulls produced, it remains one of the most successful 33foot performance yachts in European waters, particularly within the competitive fleets of Lake Constance and the Baltic Sea.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 19,430
Ask, not sold · 16 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
4
16 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-35.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
6
Germany (43.8%) · United States (25.0%) · Switzerland (12.5%)

Recent Listings

11 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Aphrodite 101 listings span 6 countries. Germany leads with 7 listings (43.8%), followed by United States and Switzerland.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

16 listings · 6 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Germany$ 45,3767243.8%
United States$ 18,2004125.0%
Switzerland$ 32,4362012.5%
Denmark$ 7,006116.3%
France$ 19,779106.3%
United Kingdom$ 14,475106.3%

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Saffier SE 3331.5'$ 299,9003818
J-Boats J/10032.8'$ 89,900276
Dehler Optima 10133.14'$ 24,433249
Saffier SE 2426.25'$ 161,724198
Aphrodite 101You are here$ 19,430164
Adams 1033'$ 12,901142
Beneteau 34.733.66'$ 86,175136
Luffe 3736.68'$ 57,59294
Sparkman & Stephens 3030.5'$ 35,00093
Archambault Surpise31.3'$ 43,04995
Farr 110436'$ 35,47673

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Aphrodite 101 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Aphrodite 101 over the past 12 months is $19,430. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Aphrodite 101 sailboats are for sale?+
4 Aphrodite 101 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 16 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Aphrodite 101 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Aphrodite 101 has decreased by 35.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Aphrodite 101 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Aphrodite 101 listings over the past 12 months are Germany (43.8%), United States (25.0%), Switzerland (12.5%).
05Do Aphrodite 101 listings get price reductions?+
About 17% of Aphrodite 101 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 13.3% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Aphrodite 101?+
Comparable models include Saffier SE 33, J-Boats J/100, Dehler Optima 101. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.