Bavaria Ocean 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

J & J Design·1997·Bavaria Yachts
Bavaria Ocean 38 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
38.5' · 11.73 m
Displ.
16,535 lbs · 7,500 kg
First year
1997

The Bavaria Ocean 38 represents a significant departure from the shipyard’s highvolume, aftcockpit Cruiser series that dominated the charter market in the late 1990s. Launched during a period when Bavaria sought to compete with more premium Scandinavian marques, the Ocean 38 was part of a specialized "Ocean" range designed specifically for private owners and longdistance cruising. Penned by J&J Design, the vessel features a centercockpit configuration, a rarity for the Giebelstadt manufacturer, which prioritizes a luxurious owner’s suite and a safer, more protected deck layout. Unlike the more lightweight models of the same era, the Ocean 38 was built with a heavier scantling and a higher standard of interior finish, positioning it as a "bluewater" alternative within the Bavaria fleet.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 99,561
Ask, not sold · 27 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
13
27 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-4.2%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
Greece (48.1%) · France (33.3%) · United Kingdom (14.8%)

Recent Listings

16 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Bavaria Ocean 38 listings span 4 countries. Greece leads with 13 listings (48.1%), followed by France and United Kingdom.

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

Country breakdown

27 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Greece$ 95,38213548.1%
France$ 103,5249633.3%
United Kingdom$ 99,5614214.8%
Netherlands$ 87,240103.7%

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 37 Cruiser (2006-2008)$ 125,065285162
Bluewater Cruiser 3840.35'$ 83,69217280
Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 3939.16'$ 98,8729455
Bavaria 4040.9'$ 87,4517143
Bavaria Yachts 3737.89'$ 75,6084625
Bavaria Cruiser 4242.62'$ 110,7543222
Bavaria Yachts Ocean 38You are here$ 99,5612713
Bavaria Ocean 47 CC48.16'$ 150,6302517
Beneteau Ocean 4040.92'$ 91,8932313
Bavaria Yachts Bavaria 37 (2002-2004)$ 85,9192013
Bavaria Yachts 42 Ocean43.96'$ 105,0001710

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Bavaria Ocean 38 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Bavaria Ocean 38 over the past 12 months is $99,561. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Bavaria Ocean 38 sailboats are for sale?+
13 Bavaria Ocean 38 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 27 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Bavaria Ocean 38 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Bavaria Ocean 38 has decreased by 4.2% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Bavaria Ocean 38 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Bavaria Ocean 38 listings over the past 12 months are Greece (48.1%), France (33.3%), United Kingdom (14.8%).
05Do Bavaria Ocean 38 listings get price reductions?+
About 33% of Bavaria Ocean 38 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 8.9% 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 Ocean 38?+
Comparable models include Bavaria Yachts 37 Cruiser (2006-2008), Bluewater Cruiser 38, Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 39. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.