Cape Dory 31 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Carl Alberg·1983 – 1985·~89 hulls·Cape Dory Yachts
Cape Dory 31 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · full
Rig
Cutter
LOA
31.33' · 9.55 m
Disp.
11,500 lbs · 5,216 kg
First year
1983

The Cape Dory 31 represents a refined evolution of the traditional fullkeel cruiser, designed by legendary naval architect Carl Alberg and produced by Cape Dory Yachts between 1982 and 1985. Emerging toward the end of Alberg’s prolific career, the 31 was intended to modernize the classic Alberg silhouette—characterized by graceful overhangs and a low profile—by introducing a bit more beam and interior volume than its predecessor, the Cape Dory 30. Despite its relatively short production run of approximately 75 units, the vessel is highly regarded among coastal cruisers and offshore sailors for its uncompromising build quality and heavyweather capabilities. According to the Cape Dory Owners Association, the model was engineered with a displacement of 11,500 pounds and a ballasttodisplacement ratio of nearly 35%, ensuring a stiff, stable platform that adheres to the builder’s philosophy of "seakindliness" over raw speed.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 24,750
Ask, not sold · 6 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
6 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-19.2%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
Global market

Recent Listings

4 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

8 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Island Packet 3131'$ 45,000339
CAL 3131.5'$ 10,5001710
Gozzard 3136.17'$ 69,000157
Rustler 3131.42'$ 17,4291410
Cape Dory 30 C30.21'$ 17,000142
Whitby 3737.17'$ 28,521134
Cape Dory 3333.04'$ 30,00084
Cape Dory 31You are here$ 24,75062

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Cape Dory 31 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Cape Dory 31 over the past 12 months is $24,750. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Cape Dory 31 sailboats are for sale?+
2 Cape Dory 31 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 6 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Cape Dory 31 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Cape Dory 31 has decreased by 19.2% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04What should I look at instead of a Cape Dory 31?+
Comparable models include Island Packet 31, CAL 31, Gozzard 31. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.