Beneteau Oceanis 381 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Berret/Racoupeau·1996·Beneteau
Beneteau Oceanis 381 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
38.58' · 11.76 m
Displ.
14,991 lbs · 6,800 kg
First year
1996

The Beneteau Oceanis 381, debuting in the late 1990s, represented a significant shift in the design philosophy of the Oceanis line. Conceived by the design firm BerretRacoupeau, the 381 was engineered to maximize interior volume and cockpit space, effectively providing the living accommodations typically found on a 40plus foot vessel within a 38foot hull. Produced during a prolific era for the Vendéebased builder, the 381 remains a staple of the secondary market, valued for its robust construction and "big boat" feel. It was designed to bridge the gap between the smaller Oceanis 352 and the flagship Oceanis 411, sharing much of the 411's aesthetic DNA, including the distinctive lowprofile coachroof and large overhead skylights. According to the Beneteau Group Archive, the model was produced between 1997 and 2003, serving as a cornerstone of their cruising fleet during the fiberglass revolution's peak.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 67,777
Ask, not sold · 70 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
38
70 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-1.4%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
13
United States (53.8%) · United Kingdom (9.2%) · France (7.7%)

Recent Listings

45 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Beneteau Oceanis 381 listings span 13 countries. United States leads with 35 listings (53.8%), followed by United Kingdom and France.

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

Country breakdown

65 listings · 13 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 65,000351753.8%
United Kingdom$ 67,346659.2%
France$ 68,068527.7%
Spain$ 92,503436.2%
Mexico$ 59,000304.6%
Australia$ 85,903213.1%
Canada$ 68,530223.1%
Germany$ 67,370203.1%
Greece$ 62,832213.1%
Croatia$ 61,668101.5%
Italy$ 67,486111.5%
Portugal$ 77,392111.5%

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 Oceanis 38.137.73'$ 215,00016366
Beneteau Oceanis 39339.33'$ 92,69114261
Oceanic Oceanis 36136.42'$ 78,50012146
Beneteau Oceanis 4140.78'$ 180,35110558
Oceanic Oceanis 41141'$ 98,9029242
Beneteau Oceanis 381You are here$ 67,7777038
Beneteau Oceanis 32132.64'$ 47,9006736
Beneteau Oceanis 46146.59'$ 114,0286326
Beneteau Oceanis 40040'$ 69,9004922
Beneteau Oceanis 28128.5'$ 33,581258
Beneteau Oceanis 32030.28'$ 33,513103

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Beneteau Oceanis 381 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Beneteau Oceanis 381 over the past 12 months is $67,777. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Beneteau Oceanis 381 sailboats are for sale?+
38 Beneteau Oceanis 381 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 70 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Beneteau Oceanis 381 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Beneteau Oceanis 381 has decreased by 1.4% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Beneteau Oceanis 381 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Beneteau Oceanis 381 listings over the past 12 months are United States (53.8%), United Kingdom (9.2%), France (7.7%).
05Do Beneteau Oceanis 381 listings get price reductions?+
About 20% of Beneteau Oceanis 381 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 Beneteau Oceanis 381?+
Comparable models include Beneteau Oceanis 38.1, Beneteau Oceanis 393, Oceanic Oceanis 361. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.