Catalina 36 Mk II Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Frank Butler/Gerry Douglas·1994 – 2005·Catalina Yachts (USA)
Catalina 36 Mk II drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
36.33' · 11.07 m
Displ.
13,500 lbs · 6,123 kg
First year
1994

The Catalina 36 Mk II represents the evolution of one of the most successful production sailboats in maritime history. Launched in 1995 to succeed the original Mark I design, which had already established a massive following since 1982, the Mark II was designed by Gerry Douglas and Frank Butler to address the needs of modern coastal cruisers. Over the course of its production run, which lasted until 2006, the model saw over 2,300 total hulls across both versions, making it a ubiquitous sight in marinas from the Chesapeake to the Solent. According to Catalina Yachts, the Mark II utilized the same proven, seakindly hull as its predecessor but introduced a completely redesigned deck, a wider "sugar scoop" transom, and a more private interior layout. The design was eventually succeeded by the Catalina 375, though the 36 Mk II remains the definitive benchmark for the "midsized" family cruiser.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 69,500
Ask, not sold · 204 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
96
204 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-3.6%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
7
United States (90.6%) · Canada (5.7%) · United Kingdom (1.0%)

Recent Listings

142 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Catalina 36 Mk II listings span 7 countries. United States leads with 174 listings (90.6%), followed by Canada and United Kingdom.

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

Country breakdown

192 listings · 7 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 69,5001748190.6%
Canada$ 99,0001135.7%
United Kingdom$ 69,966211.0%
Panama$ 35,000211.0%
Australia$ 82,341100.5%
Greece$ 49,436100.5%
Mexico$ 38,000100.5%

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 IIYou are here$ 69,50020496
Catalina 3029.92'$ 15,90019772
Catalina 3636.33'$ 35,95017865
Catalina 3434.5'$ 34,50013164
Bavaria 3637.89'$ 69,67511252
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 400 Mk II41.5'$ 144,8504420
Catalina 22 Mk II23.83'$ 40,0003015

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Catalina 36 Mk II cost?+
The median asking price for a used Catalina 36 Mk II over the past 12 months is $69,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Catalina 36 Mk II sailboats are for sale?+
96 Catalina 36 Mk II listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 204 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Catalina 36 Mk II prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Catalina 36 Mk II has decreased by 3.6% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Catalina 36 Mk II sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Catalina 36 Mk II listings over the past 12 months are United States (90.6%), Canada (5.7%), United Kingdom (1.0%).
05Do Catalina 36 Mk II listings get price reductions?+
About 15% of Catalina 36 Mk II listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 13.1% 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 36 Mk II?+
Comparable models include Catalina 30, Catalina 36, Catalina 34. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.