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Contessa 35 Sailboats for Sale

Doug Peterson·1974·~80 hulls·Jeremy Rogers
Contessa 35 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
35.5' · 10.82 m
Disp.
13,500 lbs · 6,123 kg
First year
1974

The Contessa 35, designed by the legendary American naval architect Doug Peterson and built by Jeremy Rogers Ltd., represents a highwater mark in the evolution of the IOR (International Offshore Rule) One Tonner. Launched in 1974, it signaled a departure from the traditional, Sadlerdesigned Contessas toward a more aggressive, performanceoriented hull form. The model's pedigree was cemented almost immediately when the prototype, Gumboil, won the One Ton Cup in its debut year, a feat that catapulted Jeremy Rogers Ltd. into the global spotlight as a premier builder of racing yachts. While its smaller sibling, the Contessa 32, is celebrated for its longevity and traditional lines, the 35 is recognized by enthusiasts for its raw power, sophisticated construction, and "goanywhere" capability that few racers of its era could match. Detailed historical context regarding this transition can be found in the official Jeremy Rogers Ltd. Contessa Story.

Specs & Review

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 74,012
Asking price · 17 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
15
17 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
Spain (88.2%) · Denmark (5.9%) · Poland (5.9%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · showing 10 newest

View all Contessa 35 listings →Aggregated from multiple (unaffiliated) sources · refreshed hourly.

Where they're listed

Contessa 35 listings appear across 3 countries. Spain has the most listings with 15 (88.2%), followed by Denmark and Poland.

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

Country view

17 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Spain$ 74,012151588.2%
Denmark$ 29,702105.9%
Poland$ 15,941105.9%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

3 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
J-Boats J/3535.5'$ 24,500234
Contessa 35You are here—$ 74,0121715
Baltic 3534.83'$ 66,12451

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Contessa 35 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Contessa 35 over the past 12 months is $74,012. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Contessa 35 sailboats are for sale?+
15 Contessa 35 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 17 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Contessa 35 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Contessa 35 has stayed steady over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Contessa 35 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Contessa 35 listings over the past 12 months are Spain (88.2%), Denmark (5.9%), Poland (5.9%).
05Do Contessa 35 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Contessa 35 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 2.2% 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 Contessa 35?+
Comparable models include J-Boats J/35, Baltic 35. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.