Bruce Roberts 48 Sailboats for Sale

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The Bruce Roberts 48 represents a significant chapter in the history of ownerbuilt bluewater cruisers. Designed by the prolific Bruce RobertsGoodson, whose plans have powered thousands of amateur and professional builds worldwide, the Roberts 48 was conceived as a robust, longrange passage maker capable of traversing any ocean. Unlike massproduced fiberglass boats, the Roberts 48 is most commonly encountered as a steel or aluminum vessel, though the design was also adapted for fiberglass (CFlex) and woodepoxy construction. According to the Bruce Roberts Official Site, the design emphasizes safety and volume, catering to sailors who prioritize structural integrity over lightair racing performance. Because these vessels are often built from plans or precut kits, no two examples are identical; they reflect the specific priorities and craftsmanship of their individual builders, ranging from utilitarian workhorses to highly refined luxury yachts.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$259,500
Asking price · 8 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
8 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+53.8%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
United States (50.0%) · Colombia (25.0%) · Canada (12.5%)

Recent Listings

6 for sale · showing 10 newest

Bruce Roberts 48 Buyer's Guide

Where they're listed

Bruce Roberts 48 listings appear across 4 countries. United States has the most listings with 4 (50.0%), followed by Colombia and Canada.

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

Country view

8 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$399,0004350.0%
Colombia$120,0002025.0%
Canada$110,0001012.5%
Ireland$83,9891012.5%

Comparable models

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Similar boats to compare

3 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Bruce Roberts 4343.24'$ 66,046112
Bruce Roberts 48You are here—$ 259,50083
Hans Christian 4847.83'$ 247,38352

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Bruce Roberts 48 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Bruce Roberts 48 over the past 12 months is $259,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Bruce Roberts 48 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Bruce Roberts 48 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 8 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Bruce Roberts 48 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Bruce Roberts 48 is up 53.8% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Bruce Roberts 48 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Bruce Roberts 48 listings over the past 12 months are United States (50.0%), Colombia (25.0%), Canada (12.5%).
05Do Bruce Roberts 48 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Bruce Roberts 48 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 27.3% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Bruce Roberts 48?+
Comparable models include Bruce Roberts 43, Hans Christian 48. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.