The Catana 581, designed by the acclaimed naval architect Christophe Barreau, represents a high-water mark in the evolution of performance cruising multihulls. Launched in the late 1990s as the flagship of the Catana fleet, the 581 was engineered to satisfy a specific and demanding niche: the experienced sailor who refuses to sacrifice the windward ability and speed of a performance yacht for the living volume of a catamaran. Constructed with a sophisticated mix of Vinylester resins, foam cores, and extensive carbon fiber reinforcement in high-load areas, the 581 is significantly lighter and stiffer than mass-produced cruising cats of similar length. This model served as the direct predecessor to the Catana 582, which utilized the same high-performance hull mold while introducing subtle refinements to the cockpit ergonomics and interior styling.
Catana 581 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Catana
- Model
- 581
- Builder
- Catana
- Designer
- Christophe Barreau
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1999 - 2003
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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 2026 | 1 | $480,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catana Catamarans 471 | 46.92' | $410,000 | 21 | 11 |
| Catana Catamarans 431 | 42.98' | $347,500 | 14 | 3 |
| Catana Catamarans 50 | 49.87' | $1,254,639 | 13 | 6 |
| Catana Catamarans 47 | 47' | $609,779 | 13 | 4 |
| Catana Catamarans 42 | 41.27' | $494,787 | 13 | 3 |
| Catana Ocean Class | 51.67' | $1,519,703 | 5 | 4 |
| Catana 53 | 53.08' | $1,968,904 | 4 | 2 |
| Catana 581 | $480,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| Catana 58 | 62.34' | $350,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Lucia | $480,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Catana 581 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Catana 581 over the past 12 months is $480,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Catana 581 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Catana 581 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Catana 581?
- Comparable models include the Catana Catamarans 471, Catana Catamarans 431, Catana Catamarans 50. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.