Baltic 38 DP Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Doug Peterson·1982 – 1989·~55 hulls·Baltic Yachts
Baltic 38 DP drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
38.08' · 11.61 m
Displ.
14,330 lbs · 6,500 kg
First year
1982

The Baltic 38 DP represents a pivotal era for the Finnish shipyard, marking a transition from the design influence of C&C Design to the performanceoriented philosophy of Doug Peterson. Introduced in 1982 and produced until 1989, the 38 DP was conceived as a highperformance cruiserracer that could excel under the IOR (International Offshore Rule) while maintaining the luxury and offshore durability expected of a Baltic. With 55 hulls launched, the model became one of the builder's more successful midsized production runs, blending a highballast ratio with the advanced composite construction techniques for which the Bosund yard is famous. According to the Baltic 38 DP Official Page, the vessel was specifically designed to be easy to handle for a small crew without sacrificing the "thoroughbred" feel of a racing yacht.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 99,900
Ask, not sold · 9 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
9 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+10.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
Finland (37.5%) · United States (37.5%) · Canada (12.5%)

Recent Listings

7 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Baltic 38 DP listings span 4 countries. Finland leads with 3 listings (37.5%), followed by United States and Canada.

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

Country breakdown

8 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Finland$ 110,5043137.5%
United States$ 89,5003037.5%
Canada$ 99,9001012.5%
Spain$ 98,8721012.5%

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
Beneteau First 3840.2'$ 34,7803114
Sigma 3838.33'$ 52,344197
Baltic 3938.76'$ 85,000113
Northshore 3837.99'$ 56,958113
Baltic 4343.34'$ 145,400105
Baltic 38 DPYou are here$ 99,90092
Baltic 42 DP41.92'$ 99,90085
X-Yachts XC 3837.99'$ 400,46585
Baltic 55 DP55'$ 497,50076
Baltic 4242.43'$ 69,50072
Baltic 3534.83'$ 78,71255

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Baltic 38 DP cost?+
The median asking price for a used Baltic 38 DP over the past 12 months is $99,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Baltic 38 DP sailboats are for sale?+
2 Baltic 38 DP listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 9 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Baltic 38 DP prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Baltic 38 DP has increased by 10.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Baltic 38 DP sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Baltic 38 DP listings over the past 12 months are Finland (37.5%), United States (37.5%), Canada (12.5%).
05Do Baltic 38 DP listings get price reductions?+
About 67% of Baltic 38 DP listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 9.7% 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.
06What should I look at instead of a Baltic 38 DP?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 38, Sigma 38, Baltic 39. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.