Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

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LOA
38.19' · 11.64 m

The Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 is a quintessential example of the "stock plan" era of bluewater yacht design. Conceived by naval architect Bruce Roberts (with design contributions attributed to Ray Richards), this model was engineered to be accessible to amateur and semiprofessional builders who prioritized ruggedness over racing pedigree. Unlike production boats that roll off a standardized assembly line, the Offshore 38 is a "builder’s boat," meaning that while the hull lines are consistent, the displacement, rigging, and finishing quality vary significantly depending on the construction material and the individual craftsman. It is commonly found in multichine steel or aluminum, though roundbilge fiberglass and coldmolded woodepoxy versions exist. According to the official Bruce Roberts design portal, the model was intended to offer a "conservative, seaworthy platform" capable of longdistance voyaging, a mission it has fulfilled for hundreds of hulls globally.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 55,000
Ask, not sold · 3 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
3 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-43.7%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Malaysia (66.7%) · Portugal (33.3%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 listings span 2 countries. Malaysia leads with 2 listings (66.7%), followed by Portugal.

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

Country breakdown

3 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Malaysia$ 59,0002066.7%
Portugal$ 30,9691133.3%

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 Ocean 3838.5'$ 99,6332713
Hallberg-Rassy 3837.96'$ 78,7562612
Cabo Rico 3838'$ 89,000209
Sigma 3838.33'$ 52,357197
Caliber 3838'$ 84,500159
Laurent Giles 3838.83'$ 54,155104
Cheoy Lee Offshore 4746.75'$ 124,950105
Roberts Roberts Offshore 44$ 53,75291
Endurance 3837'$ 87,26153
Morgan 3837.67'$ 44,97555
Bruce Roberts Offshore 38You are here$ 55,00031

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 over the past 12 months is $55,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 3 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 has decreased by 43.7% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Bruce Roberts Offshore 38 listings over the past 12 months are Malaysia (66.7%), Portugal (33.3%).
05What should I look at instead of a Bruce Roberts Offshore 38?+
Comparable models include Bavaria Yachts Ocean 38, Hallberg-Rassy 38, Cabo Rico 38. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.