Catalina 30 Mk III Sailboats for Sale

1990 – 2008·Catalina Yachts
Approximate drawing

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Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
29.92' · 9.12 m
Disp.
10,185 lbs · 4,620 kg
First year
1990

The Catalina 30 Mk III represents the final and most refined iteration of what is arguably the most successful production keelboat in history. Launched in 1993 and produced until 2008, the Mk III was designed to modernize the aging but beloved Catalina 30 platform, which originally debuted in 1974. Built by Catalina Yachts, this version addressed contemporary cruiser demands by introducing a walkthrough transom, a Tshaped cockpit for easier movement around the pedestal, and a modernized deck mold. While it shares the same hull form as its predecessors—the Mk I (1974–1986) and the Mk II (1986–1993)—the Mk III is often cited as the pinnacle of the series due to its increased interior volume and improved cockpit ergonomics. It remains a staple of the American coastal cruising scene, bridging the gap between a manageable entrylevel boat and a capable family cruiser.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 25,000
Asking price · 18 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
18 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+29.8%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United States (94.4%) · Netherlands (5.6%)

Recent Listings

4 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Catalina 30 Mk III listings appear across 2 countries. United States has the most listings with 17 (94.4%), followed by Netherlands.

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

Country view

18 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 25,00017194.4%
Netherlands$ 39,921115.6%

Comparable models

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Similar boats to compare

11 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Catalina 36 Mk II36.33'$ 69,50023779
Catalina 3029.92'$ 15,00021383
Catalina 3434.5'$ 34,50014955
Catalina 35035.42'$ 98,75014241
Catalina 34 Mk II34.5'$ 62,2117028
Catalina 28 Mk II29.42'$ 32,9006816
Catalina 30 Mk II29.92'$ 20,5006123
Catalina 30932.75'$ 74,9004211
Catalina 2828.5'$ 25,0004016
C&C 30 Mk I30'$ 13,6872812
Catalina 30 Mk IIIYou are here$ 25,000182

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Catalina 30 Mk III cost?+
The median asking price for a used Catalina 30 Mk III over the past 12 months is $25,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Catalina 30 Mk III sailboats are for sale?+
2 Catalina 30 Mk III listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 18 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Catalina 30 Mk III prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Catalina 30 Mk III is up 29.8% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Catalina 30 Mk III sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Catalina 30 Mk III listings over the past 12 months are United States (94.4%), Netherlands (5.6%).
05Do Catalina 30 Mk III listings get price reductions?+
About 13% of Catalina 30 Mk III listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 24.2% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Catalina 30 Mk III?+
Comparable models include Catalina 36 Mk II, Catalina 30, Catalina 34. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.