Cape Dory 26 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Carl Alberg·1984 – 1986·~78 hulls·Cape Dory Yachts
Cape Dory 26 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · full
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
25.92' · 7.9 m
Displ.
5,300 lbs · 2,404 kg
First year
1984

Introduced in 1984 as a refinement of the Carl Alberg design lineage, the Cape Dory 26 stands as a "big sister" to the iconic Cape Dory 25D. While only approximately 78 units were produced during its brief production run ending in 1986, it remains a soughtafter pocket cruiser for those valuing traditional aesthetics and offshorecapable construction in a manageable size. Unlike the 25D, which was often fitted with an inboard diesel, the Cape Dory 26 was primarily engineered with a dedicated outboard well—a design choice intended to offer the reliability of modern outboard power while preserving the classic, fullkeel lines and substantial displacement that define the brand. The vessel was effectively a more affordable, simplified alternative to the 25D, providing similar seakeeping abilities with a slightly updated interior and rig.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 13,500
Ask, not sold · 7 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
7
7 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

4 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Cape Dory 26 listings span 1 country. United States leads with 7 listings.

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

Country breakdown

7 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 13,50077100.0%

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
Cape Dory 2524.83'$ 10,0002710
Cape Dory 3636.12'$ 44,5002713
Sadler 2625.75'$ 10,0952315
Victoria 2626'$ 23,5512212
Contessa 2625.5'$ 10,761176
Cape Dory 2828.1'$ 17,500168
Hallberg-Rassy 2626.08'$ 18,617147
Cape Dory 30 C30.21'$ 17,000133
Cape Dory 3333.04'$ 30,00084
Cape Dory 26You are here$ 13,50077
Victoria 2626'$ 26,85266

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Cape Dory 26 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Cape Dory 26 over the past 12 months is $13,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Cape Dory 26 sailboats are for sale?+
7 Cape Dory 26 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 7 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Cape Dory 26 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Cape Dory 26 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Cape Dory 26 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Cape Dory 26 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Cape Dory 26?+
Comparable models include Cape Dory 25, Cape Dory 36, Sadler 26. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.