Ericson 381 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Bruce King·1982 – 1986·~39 hulls·Ericson Yachts
Ericson 381 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
37.5' · 11.43 m
Displ.
14,400 lbs · 6,532 kg
First year
1982

The Ericson 381 represents a pivotal middle chapter in the evolution of one of Bruce King’s most successful designs. Produced between 1982 and approximately 1986, the 381 was a refinement of the original Ericson 38 introduced in 1980, serving as the bridge to the later, more modern Ericson 38200. Built during a period of high craftsmanship at Ericson’s California facility, the 381 is distinguished by its classic masthead sloop rig, a performanceoriented fin keel, and a spade rudder. It was engineered around the "TriAxial Force Grid" (TAFG), a sophisticated fiberglass internal framing system that distributed rig and keel loads throughout the hull. This construction method was a hallmark of Ericson’s commitment to structural rigidity, a detail highlighted in technical retrospectives by SpinSheet Magazine. With only a limited number of hulls produced before the 38200 redesign took over, the 381 is often sought after by purists who prefer its specific interior arrangement and traditional deck profile.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 26,750
Ask, not sold · 6 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
6 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-8.4%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Ericson 381 listings span 1 country. United States leads with 6 listings.

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

Country breakdown

6 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 26,75061100.0%

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
Beneteau Oceanis 38138.58'$ 67,7567038
Sabre 3837.83'$ 49,9004017
Beneteau First 3840.2'$ 34,7803114
Ericson 35-335.5'$ 29,000176
Ericson 3837.67'$ 34,000155
Ericson 2726.75'$ 8,085124
Ericson 38-20037.67'$ 49,655113
Ericson 30+29.92'$ 14,500113
Ericson 3635.58'$ 22,50093
Ericson 381You are here$ 26,75061
Ericson 3939'$ 35,73965

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Ericson 381 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Ericson 381 over the past 12 months is $26,750. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Ericson 381 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Ericson 381 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 6 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Ericson 381 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Ericson 381 has decreased by 8.4% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Ericson 381 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Ericson 381 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
05Do Ericson 381 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Ericson 381 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 12.5% 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 Ericson 381?+
Comparable models include Beneteau Oceanis 381, Sabre 38, Beneteau First 38. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.