The Cape Cod Mercury 15 FK (Fixed Keel) is a quintessential American daysailer, representing one of the earliest and most successful transitions from traditional wooden construction to fiberglass. Originally designed in 1939 by the legendary naval architecture firm Sparkman & Stephens (Design No. 297), the Mercury was envisioned as a robust, safe, and responsive trainer for junior sailing programs. Measuring 15 feet in length with a beam of 5 feet 4 inches, the Mercury has remained in continuous production for decades at the Cape Cod Shipbuilding Co. yard in Wareham, Massachusetts. Its enduring appeal lies in its heavy-ballasted design, which provides a level of stability and a "big boat" feel rarely found in vessels of this size.
Cape Cod Mercury 15 FK Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Cape Cod
- Model
- Mercury 15 FK
- Builder
- Cape Cod Shipbuilding
- Designer
- Sparkman & Stephens
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1940 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $2,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Dory 25 | 24.83' | $9,600 | 30 | 10 |
| Tartan 34 C | 34.42' | $20,000 | 17 | 3 |
| Tartan 30 | 29.92' | $11,250 | 12 | 0 |
| Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20 | 24' | $29,000 | 9 | 4 |
| Sparkman & Stephens 45 | 45.08' | $67,500 | 6 | 5 |
| Cape Cod 's Eye | 15.71' | $4,450 | 6 | 0 |
| Rhodes 29 | 28.5' | $11,781 | 5 | 2 |
| Rhodes 19 | 19.17' | $3,000 | 5 | 1 |
| Cape Cod Mercury 15 FK | $2,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| Mariner 36 | 35.83' | $41,500 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $2,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Cape Cod Mercury 15 FK cost?
- The median asking price for a used Cape Cod Mercury 15 FK over the past 12 months is $2,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Cape Cod Mercury 15 FK sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Cape Cod Mercury 15 FK listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Cape Cod Mercury 15 FK?
- Comparable models include the Cape Dory 25, Tartan 34 C, Tartan 30. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.