The Beneteau Oceanis 500 stands as a landmark vessel in the evolution of modern production cruising. Launched in 1987 and produced until 1991, this Philippe Briand design was the flagship of the first generation of the Oceanis range, a series that fundamentally redefined the priorities of yacht manufacturers from pure performance to prioritized onboard livability and ease of handling. With 158 hulls completed during its production run, the Oceanis 500 offered a massive beam and an innovative interior volume that was largely unprecedented for the late 1980s. According to the Beneteau Heritage Archives, the model was conceived to "simplify life on board," a philosophy that continues to define the brand’s cruising identity today.
Beneteau Oceanis 500 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Beneteau
- Model
- Oceanis 500
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Designer
- Briand
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1988 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $129,000 |
| May 2025 | 1 | $110,000 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $125,000 |
| Aug 2025 | 3 | $139,900 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $127,500 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $114,330 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $114,330 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $121,004 |
| Apr 2026 | 4 | $110,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
33.3% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 30.8% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance Oceanis 50 | 49.54' | $189,355 | 109 | 35 |
| Lagoon 500 | 51' | $530,133 | 67 | 39 |
| Beneteau Oceanis 400 | 40' | $71,863 | 39 | 17 |
| Beneteau Oceanis 523 | 53.31' | $233,175 | 26 | 13 |
| Dufour 500 Grand Large | 49.54' | $328,683 | 20 | 6 |
| Beneteau Oceanis 400 CC | 41' | $110,267 | 19 | 6 |
| Beneteau Oceanis Clipper 523 | 53.15' | $229,772 | 18 | 2 |
| Beneteau Oceanis 500 | $114,330 | 17 | 6 | |
| Beneteau Oceanis 300 | 31' | $37,404 | 10 | 6 |
| Voyage 500 | 50' | $335,000 | 8 | 4 |
| Beneteau Oceanis 510 | 50.16' | $144,903 | 7 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $110,000 | 12 | 4 |
| New Zealand | $114,330 | 2 | 0 |
| Australia | $139,589 | 1 | 0 |
| Spain | $347,532 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Beneteau Oceanis 500 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Beneteau Oceanis 500 over the past 12 months is $114,330. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Beneteau Oceanis 500 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 17 Beneteau Oceanis 500 listings over the past 12 months, with 6 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Beneteau Oceanis 500 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Beneteau Oceanis 500 has decreased by 3.79% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Beneteau Oceanis 500?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $110,000, while Spain is the most expensive at $347,532 — a 216% difference.
- Do Beneteau Oceanis 500 listings get price reductions?
- About 33% of Beneteau Oceanis 500 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 30.8% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Beneteau Oceanis 500?
- Comparable models include the Performance Oceanis 50, Lagoon 500, Beneteau Oceanis 400. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.