Cal 2-30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

C. William Lapworth·1968 – 1972·~204 hulls·Jensen Marine
Cal 2-30 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
30.2' · 9.2 m
Displ.
10,300 lbs · 4,672 kg
First year
1968

The Cal 230, introduced in 1968, represents a significant evolutionary step in the partnership between Jensen Marine and legendary designer C. William Lapworth. While the original Cal 30 was a heavydisplacement cruiser with a full keel and integrated rudder, the "230" was a cleansheet design aimed at maximizing performance under the thendominant racing rules. It discarded the traditional underwater profile of its predecessor in favor of a modern fin keel and a balanced spade rudder. This transition transformed the 30foot platform from a steady cruiser into what many contemporary sailors termed a "pocket rocket," capable of competing effectively in the Midget Ocean Racing Club (MORC) circuits while maintaining the structural integrity for which Cal boats were famous.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 9,450
Ask, not sold · 7 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
7 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+56.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

4 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Cal 2-30 listings span 1 country. United States leads with 4 listings

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

Country breakdown

4 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 5,99540100.0%

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
Catalina 3029.92'$ 15,90019772
Beneteau First 30 (Mauric)29.36'$ 67,2573919
C&C 30 Mk I30'$ 18,0002512
Judel/Vrolijk J/3029.83'$ 15,0002111
CS 3030'$ 25,000215
Pearson 3029.79'$ 7,000173
Tartan 3029.92'$ 10,000154
CAL 3131.5'$ 10,500147
CAL 3433.24'$ 17,50091
Sparkman & Stephens 3030.5'$ 35,00093
CAL 2-30You are here$ 9,45073

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Cal 2-30 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Cal 2-30 over the past 12 months is $9,450. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Cal 2-30 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Cal 2-30 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 7 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Cal 2-30 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Cal 2-30 has increased by 56.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Cal 2-30 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Cal 2-30 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
05Do Cal 2-30 listings get price reductions?+
About 67% of Cal 2-30 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 36.6% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Cal 2-30?+
Comparable models include Catalina 30, Beneteau First 30 (Mauric), C&C 30 Mk I. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.