The C&C 26 was introduced in 1975 as a strategic bridge between the entry-level C&C 25 and the highly successful C&C 27. Designed by the C&C Design Group during the company's "Golden Era" in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, the 26 was intended to offer the interior volume of a larger cruiser while retaining the nimble racing characteristics that defined the brand. Produced until approximately 1982, the model became a staple of Lake Ontario and Chesapeake Bay sailing, characterized by its masthead sloop rig and the pioneering balsa-core construction that C&C famously championed to maximize stiffness while minimizing weight.
C&C 26 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- C&C
- Model
- 26
- Builder
- C&C Yachts
- Designer
- C&C
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1976 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $8,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $5,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina Capri 26 | 26.17' | $13,200 | 28 | 13 |
| Sadler 26 | 25.75' | $12,137 | 18 | 11 |
| C&C 34 | 33.5' | $20,995 | 17 | 1 |
| Contessa 26 | 25.5' | $10,646 | 16 | 7 |
| C&C 29 | 29.58' | $12,900 | 12 | 3 |
| C&C 37 | 37.58' | $46,000 | 12 | 3 |
| C&C 27 Mk V | 26.5' | $17,500 | 11 | 5 |
| C&C 32 | 31.5' | $23,477 | 11 | 5 |
| Pearson 26 | 26.12' | $4,500 | 8 | 1 |
| C&C 33-2 | 32.58' | $32,000 | 7 | 2 |
| C&C 26 | $6,500 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $6,500 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used C&C 26 cost?
- The median asking price for a used C&C 26 over the past 12 months is $6,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many C&C 26 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 C&C 26 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are C&C 26 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the C&C 26 has decreased by 23.08% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the C&C 26?
- Comparable models include the Catalina Capri 26, Sadler 26, C&C 34. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.