The Columbia 36, introduced in 1967, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of American production boatbuilding. Designed by the legendary William Crealock, this model marked Columbia Yachts' transition from the traditional "bubble-top" aesthetics of the early 1960s toward a more modern, performance-oriented profile. With over 500 hulls produced during its primary production run, the Columbia 36 was one of the first fiberglass yachts to successfully blend a fin-keel and spade-rudder configuration with the displacement necessary for serious offshore work. The design was so successful that it served as the foundation for the Columbia 36-2 (often referred to as the Mark II), which featured minor interior and rig refinements while retaining the proven Crealock hull lines.
Columbia 36 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Columbia
- Model
- 36
- Builder
- Columbia Yachts
- Designer
- William Crealock
- Number Built
- 400
- Production Year(s)
- 1967 - 1972
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 1 | $49,000 |
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $14,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $8,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 36 | 36.33' | $37,750 | 134 | 30 |
| Bavaria 36 | 37.89' | $70,684 | 89 | 36 |
| Dufour Classic 36 | 36.33' | $81,876 | 60 | 27 |
| Islander 36 | 36.08' | $29,500 | 23 | 1 |
| Sabre 36 | 36' | $42,900 | 17 | 1 |
| Bowman 36 | 36' | $39,224 | 14 | 9 |
| Swanson 36 | 35.73' | $94,246 | 13 | 4 |
| Pearson 36 | 36.56' | $22,450 | 12 | 4 |
| CSY 36 | 36.5' | $46,200 | 12 | 3 |
| Cheoy Lee Luders 36 | 35.5' | $39,500 | 4 | 1 |
| Columbia 36 | $11,000 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $11,000 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Columbia 36 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Columbia 36 over the past 12 months is $11,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Columbia 36 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Columbia 36 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Columbia 36?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 36, Bavaria 36, Dufour Classic 36. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.