Catalina 30 Mk III Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

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29.92' · 9.12 m

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
Ask, not sold · 17 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
17 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-40.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Catalina 30 Mk III listings span 1 country. United States leads with 17 listings.

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

Country breakdown

17 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 25,000173100.0%

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
Catalina 36 Mk II36.33'$ 69,50020496
Catalina 3029.92'$ 15,90019769
Catalina 3434.5'$ 34,50013064
Catalina 35035.42'$ 98,93512834
Catalina 42 Mk II41.86'$ 135,00010734
Catalina 28 Mk II28.33'$ 32,9006428
Catalina 34 Mk II34.5'$ 59,0006125
Catalina 30 Mk II29.92'$ 20,0005012
Catalina 2828.5'$ 25,0003612
Catalina 22 Mk II23.83'$ 40,0003015
Catalina 30 Mk IIIYou are here$ 25,000173

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?+
3 Catalina 30 Mk III listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 17 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 has decreased by 40.0% over the last 3 months compared to 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 (100.0%).
05Do Catalina 30 Mk III listings get price reductions?+
About 11% of Catalina 30 Mk III listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 24.2% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Catalina 30 Mk III?+
Comparable models include Catalina 36 Mk II, Catalina 30, Catalina 34. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.