Bavaria 44 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

J&J Design·2002 – 2004·Bavaria Yachts
Bavaria 44 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
45.7' · 13.93 m
Displ.
21,164 lbs · 9,600 kg
First year
2002

The Bavaria 44, introduced in 2001, stands as one of the most successful examples of the shipyard’s collaboration with the Slovenian firm J&J Design. Launched during a period of rapid expansion for the Giebelstadt manufacturer, the 44 was designed to bridge the gap between the midrange family cruiser and the larger flagship models. It replaced the older Bavaria 42 and preceded the Farrdesigned Cruiser series, carving out a reputation for being a robust, highvolume passagemaker. While often associated with the Mediterranean charter industry due to its generous cabin configurations, the model has gained a second life as a preferred choice for bluewater cruisers seeking a "lot of boat for the money." The hull is characterized by a relatively deep forefoot and a moderate beam that is carried well aft, providing the internal volume Bavaria is known for without the excessive "wedged" shape of more modern designs.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 132,000
Ask, not sold · 21 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
9
21 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-3.5%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
9
Spain (20.0%) · Netherlands (20.0%) · Australia (15.0%)

Recent Listings

6 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Bavaria 44 listings span 9 countries. Spain leads with 4 listings (20.0%), followed by Netherlands and Australia.

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

Country breakdown

20 listings · 9 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Spain$ 109,1944120.0%
Netherlands$ 127,3264320.0%
Australia$ 142,5753015.0%
Croatia$ 133,8093215.0%
United Kingdom$ 109,0212210.0%
Germany$ 138,463105.0%
Italy$ 116,071105.0%
Norway$ 106,754105.0%
United States$ 150,000105.0%

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
Bavaria Yachts 46 Cruiser46.58'$ 174,533356198
Bavaria Yachts 42 Cruiser$ 115,1929743
Bavaria Bavaria 44 (1992-1996)$ 102,3938743
Bavaria 4040.9'$ 87,4797143
Bavaria Yachts 4243.96'$ 101,8115929
Bavaria Cruiser 4242.62'$ 110,7893222
Bavaria Yachts 44 Vision44.95'$ 168,7153221
Bavaria Yachts 44You are here$ 132,000219
Bavaria Yachts Bavaria 37 (2002-2004)$ 85,9192013
Bavaria Yachts 44 Cruiser45.7'$ 111,407198
Bavaria Yachts 42 Ocean43.96'$ 105,0001710

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Bavaria 44 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Bavaria 44 over the past 12 months is $132,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Bavaria 44 sailboats are for sale?+
9 Bavaria 44 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 21 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Bavaria 44 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Bavaria 44 has decreased by 3.5% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Bavaria 44 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Bavaria 44 listings over the past 12 months are Spain (20.0%), Netherlands (20.0%), Australia (15.0%).
05Do Bavaria 44 listings get price reductions?+
About 20% of Bavaria 44 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 4.4% 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 Bavaria 44?+
Comparable models include Bavaria Yachts 46 Cruiser, Bavaria Yachts 42 Cruiser, Bavaria Bavaria 44 (1992-1996). See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.