Downeast 38 Cutter Sailboats for Sale

Approximate drawing

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Hull Type
fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
38' · 11.58 m

The Downeast 38, often referred to by its moniker the Downeaster 38, stands as the flagship introduction for Down East Yachts Inc. Launched in 1974, this Henry Mohrschladt design epitomizes the "overbuilt" philosophy of the 1970s American cruising era. Conceived for serious offshore work, the 38 is a heavydisplacement cruiser characterized by its full keel, high freeboard, and distinctive bowsprit. It was built in Santa Ana, California, to withstand the rigors of bluewater voyaging, often drawing comparisons to the Westsail series in terms of ruggedness, though the Downeast 38 offers significantly more refined lines and a more spacious interior.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 37,000
Asking price · 10 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
10 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-18.9%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
United States (50.0%) · Guatemala (30.0%) · United Kingdom (10.0%)

Recent Listings

8 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Downeast 38 Cutter listings appear across 4 countries. United States has the most listings with 5 (50.0%), followed by Guatemala and United Kingdom.

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

Country view

10 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 35,0005150.0%
Guatemala$ 39,0003030.0%
United Kingdom$ 39,8451010.0%
Malaysia$ 39,9001010.0%

Comparable models

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

Similar boats to compare

6 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Island Packet 3838'$ 99,0005226
Downeast 3838'$ 30,000166
Shannon 3837.75'$ 62,250141
Downeast 38 CutterYou are here$ 37,000101
Morgan 3837.67'$ 75,00053
Endurance 3837'$ 86,01541

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Downeast 38 Cutter cost?+
The median asking price for a used Downeast 38 Cutter over the past 12 months is $37,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Downeast 38 Cutter sailboats are for sale?+
1 Downeast 38 Cutter listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 10 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Downeast 38 Cutter prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Downeast 38 Cutter is down 18.9% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Downeast 38 Cutter sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Downeast 38 Cutter listings over the past 12 months are United States (50.0%), Guatemala (30.0%), United Kingdom (10.0%).
05Do Downeast 38 Cutter listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Downeast 38 Cutter listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 10.3% 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 Downeast 38 Cutter?+
Comparable models include Island Packet 38, Downeast 38, Shannon 38. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.