The Catalina 250 represented a significant evolution in the design philosophy of Catalina Yachts when it was introduced in the mid-1990s. Moving away from the heavier, traditional lines of the original Catalina 25—one of the most successful production sailboats in history—the 250 was engineered to compete in the burgeoning market for trailerable cruisers. It was the manufacturer's first serious foray into water-ballast technology, a move intended to provide the interior volume of a much larger yacht while remaining light enough to be towed by a standard SUV or light truck.
Catalina 250 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Catalina
- Model
- 250
- Builder
- Catalina Yachts
- Designer
- —
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1995 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 1 | $22,000 |
| Feb 2025 | 4 | $15,900 |
| Mar 2025 | 2 | $10,211 |
| Apr 2025 | 5 | $14,900 |
| May 2025 | 4 | $11,750 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $9,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 2 | $13,450 |
| Aug 2025 | 4 | $15,250 |
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $14,000 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $33,000 |
| Nov 2025 | 6 | $17,950 |
| Dec 2025 | 2 | $19,900 |
| Jan 2026 | 5 | $19,900 |
| Feb 2026 | 3 | $7,500 |
| Mar 2026 | 8 | $10,500 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $18,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
5.9% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 42.2% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 22 | 23.83' | $6,475 | 68 | 11 |
| Catalina 27 | 26.83' | $7,725 | 62 | 19 |
| Catalina 28 Mk II | 28.33' | $32,900 | 52 | 17 |
| Catalina 25 | 25' | $7,000 | 45 | 8 |
| Catalina 250 | $14,000 | 43 | 14 | |
| Catalina 270 | 28.33' | $25,990 | 35 | 9 |
| Catalina 28 | 28.5' | $25,000 | 28 | 4 |
| Catalina 22 Mk II | 23.83' | $40,000 | 20 | 4 |
| Catalina 275 Sport | 27.5' | $69,500 | 16 | 0 |
| Hunter 240 | 24.08' | $9,333 | 15 | 5 |
| MacGregor 25 | 24.92' | $2,675 | 4 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $13,750 | 38 | 13 |
| Australia | $28,276 | 2 | 0 |
| Canada | $33,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Catalina 250 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Catalina 250 over the past 12 months is $14,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Catalina 250 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 43 Catalina 250 listings over the past 12 months, with 14 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Catalina 250 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Catalina 250 has decreased by 17.86% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Catalina 250?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $13,750, while Canada is the most expensive at $33,000 — a 140% difference.
- Do Catalina 250 listings get price reductions?
- About 6% of Catalina 250 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 42.2% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Catalina 250?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 22, Catalina 27, Catalina 28 Mk II. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.