The Freedom 38 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Freedom Yachts, marking the transition from Gary Hoyt’s eccentric cat-ketch configurations to a more refined, performance-oriented design language penned by the renowned naval architect Gary Mull. Launched in the late 1980s as a successor to the Freedom 36, the 38 was built by Tillotson-Pearson Inc. (TPI) using their pioneered vacuum-bagging techniques. It successfully married the brand’s hallmark of a freestanding carbon fiber mast with a hull shape capable of competitive performance, making it one of the most sought-after models for solo sailors and cruising couples who refuse to sacrifice speed for simplicity.
Freedom 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Freedom
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- Freedom Yachts
- Designer
- Gary Mull
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1989 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 2 | $99,900 |
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $66,500 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $55,000 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $91,861 |
| Jan 2026 | 6 | $89,990 |
| Mar 2026 | 3 | $63,900 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria Yachts C38 | 37.34' | $282,885 | 51 | 25 |
| Sabre 38 | 37.83' | $49,900 | 30 | 7 |
| Beneteau First 38 | 40.2' | $35,213 | 26 | 8 |
| Moody S38 | 39' | $94,342 | 26 | 10 |
| Dehler 38 | 38.71' | $214,342 | 25 | 11 |
| Freedom 35 Cat Ketch | 34.75' | $60,000 | 21 | 8 |
| Freedom 38 | $71,501 | 11 | 3 | |
| Freedom 30 | 29.97' | $20,950 | 8 | 2 |
| Freedom 32 | 32.75' | $18,750 | 6 | 0 |
| Freedom 45 CC | 45' | $109,900 | 4 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $63,900 | 7 | 3 |
| Canada | $71,501 | 3 | 0 |
| Italy | $91,861 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Freedom 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Freedom 38 over the past 12 months is $71,501. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Freedom 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 11 Freedom 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Freedom 38 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Freedom 38 has decreased by 10.63% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Freedom 38?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $63,900, while Italy is the most expensive at $91,861 — a 44% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Freedom 38?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria Yachts C38, Sabre 38, Beneteau First 38. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.