The Beneteau First 44.7 is a definitive example of the "cruiser-racer" archetype, engineered during a pivotal era when naval architects were pivoting from the restrictive IMS (International Measurement System) toward the more versatile IRC rating rule. Launched in 2004 as a successor to the legendary First 40.7 and a smaller sibling to the First 47.7, the 44.7 was the result of a high-stakes collaboration between Beneteau and Farr Yacht Design. While its predecessor, the 40.7, focused on one-design racing success, the 44.7 was conceived with a "bigger and better" mantra, offering significant gains in interior volume and offshore stability without sacrificing the "two-finger" steering sensitivity that defined the First line.
Beneteau First 44.7 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Beneteau
- Model
- First 44.7
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Designer
- Farr Yacht Design Ltd.
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2004 - 2007
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 1 | $153,150 |
| Apr 2025 | 4 | $169,500 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $130,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $140,191 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $128,351 |
| Sep 2025 | 6 | $144,072 |
| Nov 2025 | 8 | $152,561 |
| Jan 2026 | 4 | $129,425 |
| Feb 2026 | 5 | $153,150 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $149,900 |
| Apr 2026 | 9 | $149,615 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
8.3% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 8.0% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau First 40.7 | 39.25' | $93,657 | 66 | 23 |
| Beneteau First 40 | 40.16' | $119,000 | 55 | 19 |
| Beneteau First 47.7 | 47' | $149,900 | 48 | 10 |
| Beneteau First 44.7 | $149,900 | 39 | 16 | |
| Beneteau First 44 | 46.42' | $479,000 | 25 | 13 |
| Beneteau First 50 | 49.16' | $269,779 | 17 | 12 |
| Beneteau First 42 | 42.92' | $49,700 | 14 | 3 |
| Beneteau 34.7 | 33.66' | $86,562 | 9 | 3 |
| Tripp 47 | 47' | $75,000 | 6 | 4 |
| J-Boats J/47 | $119,000 | 5 | 0 | |
| Beneteau First 44 Performance | 48.06' | $587,623 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $147,450 | 18 | 7 |
| Spain | $153,144 | 8 | 5 |
| Greece | $163,134 | 4 | 2 |
| Australia | $128,851 | 3 | 1 |
| Netherlands | $152,561 | 3 | 0 |
| Estonia | $128,351 | 1 | 0 |
| France | $153,032 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Beneteau First 44.7 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Beneteau First 44.7 over the past 12 months is $149,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Beneteau First 44.7 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 39 Beneteau First 44.7 listings over the past 12 months, with 16 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Beneteau First 44.7 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Beneteau First 44.7 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Beneteau First 44.7?
- Estonia currently has the lowest median asking price at $128,351, while Greece is the most expensive at $163,134 — a 27% difference.
- Do Beneteau First 44.7 listings get price reductions?
- About 8% of Beneteau First 44.7 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 8.0% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Beneteau First 44.7?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau First 40.7, Beneteau First 40, Beneteau First 47.7. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.