The Etap 28 is a foundational model in the lineage of "unsinkable" cruisers produced by the Belgian yard Etap Yachting. Introduced in 1978 and designed by the legendary Dutch firm E. G. van de Stadt, the Etap 28 was engineered to provide a sense of security and climate control that few of its contemporaries could match. The defining characteristic of the vessel is its double-hull construction, featuring a ship-in-ship structure with closed-cell polyurethane foam injected between the fiberglass skins. This not only provides positive buoyancy—allowing the boat to remain afloat even if the hull is compromised—but also offers exceptional thermal and acoustic insulation. Over the course of its production run, which ended in 1987, roughly 375 units were built before the model was succeeded by the more contemporary Etap 28i and eventually the Etap 28s, designed by Von Ahlen.
ETAP 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- ETAP
- Model
- 28
- Builder
- Etap Yachting
- Designer
- E. G. van de Stadt
- Number Built
- 375
- Production Year(s)
- 1978 - 1987
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $18,843 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $9,422 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $10,599 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
50.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 23.7% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 28 | 28.5' | $25,000 | 28 | 4 |
| ETAP 21i | 21' | $15,192 | 19 | 11 |
| ETAP 28i | 28.15' | $26,969 | 17 | 5 |
| Colvic Countess 28 | 28' | $13,181 | 15 | 3 |
| ETAP 30I | 29.33' | $43,575 | 13 | 5 |
| Etap 26I | 25.75' | $33,494 | 12 | 3 |
| Tartan 28 | 28.25' | $23,250 | 10 | 3 |
| Etap 38i | 38' | $55,941 | 9 | 3 |
| ETAP 22I | 22.24' | $11,600 | 6 | 4 |
| Etap 28 | $10,599 | 5 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $10,599 | 3 | 2 |
| Germany | $9,422 | 1 | 0 |
| France | $17,666 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used ETAP 28 cost?
- The median asking price for a used ETAP 28 over the past 12 months is $10,599. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many ETAP 28 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 ETAP 28 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are ETAP 28 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the ETAP 28 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a ETAP 28?
- Germany currently has the lowest median asking price at $9,422, while France is the most expensive at $17,666 — a 88% difference.
- Do ETAP 28 listings get price reductions?
- About 50% of ETAP 28 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 23.7% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the ETAP 28?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 28, ETAP 21i, ETAP 28i. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.