The Freedom 28 Cat Ketch stands as a definitive example of Gary Hoyt’s "simplicity first" philosophy, realized through the naval architecture of Jay Paris. Produced by Tillotson Pearson Inc. (TPI) in the late 1970s and early 1980s, this vessel was designed to provide the interior volume of a 32-footer within a 28-foot footprint, all while utilizing a rig that a single sailor could manage with one hand. The hallmark of the design is its twin unstayed carbon fiber masts, which eliminate the need for standing rigging, chainplates, and the constant tuning required by traditional sloops. This specific model served as a mid-sized entry point for coastal cruisers who sought the safety of a divided sail plan and the tactical ease of a self-tacking configuration.
Freedom 28 Cat Ketch Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Freedom
- Model
- 28 Cat Ketch
- Builder
- Freedom Yachts
- Designer
- Garry Hoyt/Jay Paris
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 | $12,500 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $12,000 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $8,900 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 28 | 28.5' | $25,000 | 28 | 4 |
| Freedom 35 Cat Ketch | 34.75' | $60,000 | 21 | 8 |
| Friendship 28 | 28.54' | $14,019 | 21 | 12 |
| Freedom 38 | 37.92' | $71,501 | 11 | 3 |
| Corsair 28 | 28.52' | $57,500 | 10 | 0 |
| Freedom 30 | 29.97' | $20,950 | 8 | 2 |
| Freedom 32 | 32.75' | $18,750 | 6 | 0 |
| Freedom 45 CC | 45' | $109,900 | 4 | 2 |
| Freedom 28 Cat Ketch | $12,000 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $12,000 | 3 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Freedom 28 Cat Ketch cost?
- The median asking price for a used Freedom 28 Cat Ketch over the past 12 months is $12,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Freedom 28 Cat Ketch sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Freedom 28 Cat Ketch listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Freedom 28 Cat Ketch?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 28, Freedom 35 Cat Ketch, Friendship 28. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.