Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

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The Nicholson 31, launched in 1976 by the venerable British yard Camper & Nicholsons, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the dedicated longdistance cruiser. Designed by Raymond Wall, the 31 was conceived as the successor to the legendary but narrow Nicholson 32. While it retained the "bulletproof" build philosophy of its predecessor, the Nicholson 31 introduced a significantly beamier hull and a more sophisticated underwater profile, aimed at improving both interior volume and heavyweather stability. Produced until the early 1980s with approximately 160 hulls completed, it has earned a reputation as a "pocket bluewater cruiser" capable of transoceanic passages that would daunt many modern production boats of similar length. The hull is constructed of heavyduty GRP with an encapsulated lead keel, ensuring that there are no keel bolts to maintain or corrode—a hallmark of the era's commitment to structural integrity.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 19,500
Ask, not sold · 8 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
4
8 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+2.9%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
United States (50.0%) · Netherlands (25.0%) · Belgium (12.5%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 listings span 4 countries. United States leads with 4 listings (50.0%), followed by Netherlands and Belgium.

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

Country breakdown

8 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 19,5004050.0%
Netherlands$ 22,9502225.0%
Belgium$ 12,2171112.5%
Ireland$ 27,9241112.5%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Moody 31 Mk II30.75'$ 33,5953815
Island Packet 3131'$ 45,000339
Moody 31 Mk I30.75'$ 26,9232816
Nicholson 3232'$ 17,838229
Westerly Berwick 3131'$ 17,3941812
Rustler 3131.42'$ 17,5041410
Nicholson 3636.25'$ 29,000137
Nicholson Nicholson 3535.25'$ 40,327128
Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 38$ 46,92094
Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31You are here$ 19,50084

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 over the past 12 months is $19,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 sailboats are for sale?+
4 Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 8 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 has increased by 2.9% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31 listings over the past 12 months are United States (50.0%), Netherlands (25.0%), Belgium (12.5%).
05What should I look at instead of a Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 31?+
Comparable models include Moody 31 Mk II, Island Packet 31, Moody 31 Mk I. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.