The Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 represents a significant milestone in the evolution of cruising catamarans, serving as the bridge between the shipyard's early performance-oriented racing roots and the modern era of "lifestyle" multihulls. Launched in 1994 and designed by the prolific naval architecture team of Joubert/Nivelt, the Athena 38 was built during a period when the La Rochelle yard was refining its vacuum-bagged, foam-core construction techniques. This model quickly became a staple of global charter fleets and a favorite for entry-level blue water cruisers, primarily due to its balance of manageable size, four-cabin utility, and a displacement that remained light enough to offer genuine sailing sensations—a trait that many modern, heavier catamarans have since traded for interior volume.
Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Fountaine Pajot
- Model
- Athena 38
- Builder
- Fountaine Pajot
- Designer
- Flahault/Nivelt
- Number Built
- 211
- Production Year(s)
- 1994 - 2001
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 1 | $169,643 |
| Mar 2025 | 1 | $119,900 |
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $151,972 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $163,853 |
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $145,000 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $164,930 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $125,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $153,150 |
| Feb 2026 | 4 | $178,643 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $144,314 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 38 | 38.08' | $35,000 | 51 | 15 |
| Leopard 38 | 37.5' | $239,000 | 29 | 13 |
| Fountaine Pajot Belize 43 | $249,500 | 29 | 8 | |
| Seawind 1000 | 32.81' | $128,705 | 24 | 14 |
| Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 | $152,561 | 18 | 8 | |
| Catana Catamarans 42 | 41.27' | $494,791 | 13 | 3 |
| Fountaine Pajot Antigua 37 | $139,657 | 8 | 5 | |
| Prout 38 | 38' | $155,542 | 8 | 6 |
| Voyage Maxim 380 | 38' | $192,944 | 6 | 1 |
| Lagoon 37 | 36.75' | $137,495 | 6 | 3 |
| Fountaine Pajot 46 | 46.1' | $217,728 | 3 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $124,450 | 4 | 0 |
| France | $164,930 | 3 | 0 |
| Thailand | $167,287 | 3 | 2 |
| Greece | $144,314 | 2 | 1 |
| Martinique | $152,561 | 2 | 1 |
| Aruba | $170,821 | 1 | 1 |
| New Zealand | $190,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 over the past 12 months is $152,561. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 18 Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 8 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Fountaine Pajot Athena 38 has increased by 6.95% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Fountaine Pajot Athena 38?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $124,450, while New Zealand is the most expensive at $190,000 — a 53% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Fountaine Pajot Athena 38?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 38, Leopard 38, Fountaine Pajot Belize 43. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.