The Balboa 27, frequently marketed as the Balboa 8.2 to reflect its metric length, represents the pinnacle of the Coastal Recreation Inc. lineup and stands as a testament to the design philosophy of the legendary Lyle C. Hess. Introduced in the mid-1970s, the 8.2 was intended to bridge the gap between the portable daysailers of the era and the dedicated offshore cruisers. While many of its contemporaries focused on lightweight trailering, Hess—famed for his rugged, seaworthy designs like the Bristol Channel Cutter—infused the Balboa 27 with a level of ballast and structural integrity rarely seen in 27-foot production boats of that period. The vessel was produced in both a fixed-keel version and a retractable-keel configuration, the latter of which allowed for a deceptive amount of cabin volume while maintaining a degree of mobility for owners with heavy-duty tow vehicles.
Balboa 27 8.2 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Balboa
- Model
- 27 8.2
- Builder
- Coastal Recreation Inc.
- Designer
- Lyle Hess
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1976 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $11,750 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 27 | 26.83' | $7,725 | 62 | 19 |
| Com-Pac 27/2 | 29.58' | $23,500 | 22 | 5 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $16,230 | 13 | 3 |
| Ericson 27 | 26.75' | $7,500 | 11 | 4 |
| Sabre 28-2 | 28.42' | $15,000 | 11 | 1 |
| Northshore 27 | 26.97' | $20,401 | 10 | 4 |
| S2 9.2 A | 29.92' | $9,999 | 8 | 3 |
| S2 8.5 | 28' | $15,000 | 6 | 0 |
| Mirage Yachts 27 | 27.17' | $8,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Columbia 8.7 | 28.58' | $11,450 | 2 | 0 |
| Balboa 27 8.2 | $11,750 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $11,750 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Balboa 27 8.2 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Balboa 27 8.2 over the past 12 months is $11,750. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Balboa 27 8.2 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Balboa 27 8.2 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Balboa 27 8.2 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Balboa 27 8.2 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Balboa 27 8.2?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 27, Com-Pac 27/2, Moody 27. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.