Hans Christian 38T Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Hans Christian Yachts
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LOA
49.02' · 14.94 m

The Hans Christian 38T, where "T" stands for Traditional, is a definitive example of the heavydisplacement "doubleender" philosophy that dominated the bluewater cruising consciousness of the 1970s and 80s. Designed by Harwood Ives, the 38T was conceived as a rugged, goanywhere voyager that prioritized safety and comfort over raw speed. With its thick fiberglass layup, massive bowsprit, and abundance of exterior teak, the 38T is instantly recognizable in any anchorage. It represents a period when John Edwards and the Hans Christian brand sought to combine the romantic aesthetics of a bygone era with the modern reliability of GRP construction. While many were built in the Shin Fa and Hansa yards in Taiwan, their DNA is rooted in the "overbuilt" tradition, making them enduring favorites for solo sailors and couples looking to cross oceans in a vessel that feels like a fortress.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 84,950
Ask, not sold · 22 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
22 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+2.8%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
5
United States (63.6%) · Australia (13.6%) · Mexico (13.6%)

Recent Listings

7 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Hans Christian 38T listings span 5 countries. United States leads with 14 listings (63.6%), followed by Australia and Mexico.

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

Country breakdown

22 listings · 5 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 81,25014163.6%
Australia$ 103,9213013.6%
Mexico$ 130,0003013.6%
Spain$ 96,569114.5%
New Zealand$ 62,391104.5%

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
Tayana 3736.67'$ 52,9006820
Hallberg-Rassy 3837.96'$ 78,7562612
Hans Christian 4342.62'$ 164,450249
Hans Christian 38TYou are here$ 84,950222
Cabo Rico 3838'$ 89,000209
Hans Christian 3332.75'$ 122,500169
Downeast 3838'$ 43,750144
Hans Christian Christina 4039.83'$ 95,000132
Hans Christian 38 Mk II46'$ 80,000112
Alajuela 3846'$ 37,000105
Hans Christian 4847.83'$ 250,84384

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Hans Christian 38T cost?+
The median asking price for a used Hans Christian 38T over the past 12 months is $84,950. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Hans Christian 38T sailboats are for sale?+
2 Hans Christian 38T listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 22 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Hans Christian 38T prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Hans Christian 38T has increased by 2.8% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Hans Christian 38T sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Hans Christian 38T listings over the past 12 months are United States (63.6%), Australia (13.6%), Mexico (13.6%).
05What should I look at instead of a Hans Christian 38T?+
Comparable models include Tayana 37, Hallberg-Rassy 38, Hans Christian 43. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.