Cascade 42 HS Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Robert A. Smith·1988·Cascade Yachts/Yacht Constructors, Inc.
Cascade 42 HS drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Cutter
LOA
42.5' · 12.95 m
Displ.
19,000 lbs · 8,618 kg
First year
1988

The Cascade 42 HS represents the final evolution of the legendary 42foot hull designed by Robert A. Smith for Yacht Constructors, Inc. Building upon the reputation of the original Cascade 42—a vessel renowned for its "bulletproof" handlaid fiberglass construction—the HS (High Side) variant was introduced in 1987 to modernize the design’s interior volume and stability. By widening the beam from 11’2” to 12’ and increasing the freeboard by 12 to 14 inches, the builders transformed a narrow, traditional deepsea cruiser into a voluminous liveaboard capable of sustained bluewater voyaging. The vessel remains a hallmark of Pacific Northwest boatbuilding, characterized by a resintoglass ratio that prioritizes structural integrity over weight savings, making it a preferred choice for sailors prioritizing safety in highlatitude or offshore conditions.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 98,800
Ask, not sold · 3 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
3 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
Insufficient data
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Cascade 42 HS listings span 1 country. United States leads with 3 listings

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

Country breakdown

3 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 98,80030100.0%

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
Vancouver Vancouver 4241.75'$ 122,9954724
Bavaria Cruiser 4242.62'$ 110,8083222
Hallberg-Rassy 4242.42'$ 154,8463113
Pilothouse 4242.65'$ 267,601218
Valiant 4242'$ 299,999176
Moody 4241.79'$ 65,884138
Westsail 4242.92'$ 59,000106
Rustler 4242'$ 470,290106
Comfortina 4242.19'$ 199,82984
CSY 3737.25'$ 27,40087
Cascade 42 HSYou are here$ 98,80030

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Cascade 42 HS cost?+
The median asking price for a used Cascade 42 HS over the past 12 months is $98,800. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Cascade 42 HS sailboats are for sale?+
3 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Where are Cascade 42 HS sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Cascade 42 HS listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
04Do Cascade 42 HS listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Cascade 42 HS listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 29.3% 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.
05What should I look at instead of a Cascade 42 HS?+
Comparable models include Vancouver Vancouver 42, Bavaria Cruiser 42, Hallberg-Rassy 42. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.