The Fountaine Pajot Hélia 44, introduced in late 2012, marked a transformative era for the French shipyard, bridging the gap between traditional catamaran design and the modern "loft-style" living that now dominates the multihull market. Designed by Berret-Racoupeau, the Hélia 44 was tasked with replacing the Orana 44, a popular but aging model. Named after the Greek word for sun, the yacht was engineered to maximize natural light and airflow, reflecting Fountaine Pajot's strategic shift toward high-volume cruising vessels that do not sacrifice the sailing pedigree established by Jean-François Fountaine. Since its debut, the model has become a staple of the global charter industry and a favored choice for blue-water circumnavigators, eventually spawning the refined "Evolution" variant in 2016 before being succeeded by the Elba 45.
Helia 44 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Helia
- Model
- 44
- Builder
- Fountaine-Pajot
- Designer
- Berret Racoupeau
- Number Built
- 259
- Production Year(s)
- 2012 - 2018
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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 2026 | 2 | $500,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 15 | $470,058 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagoon 440 | 44.65' | $352,244 | 133 | 49 |
| Robertson and Caine 44 | 42.58' | $400,000 | 82 | 33 |
| Fountaine Pajot Helia 44 | 43.5' | $483,101 | 72 | 20 |
| Bali Catamarans 4.4 | 44.23' | $699,000 | 53 | 26 |
| PDQ 44 | 44' | $664,861 | 26 | 13 |
| Bavaria 44 | 45.7' | $135,479 | 18 | 8 |
| Fountaine 44 | $470,058 | 17 | 17 | |
| Beneteau Oceanis 44 CC | 44.58' | $135,479 | 17 | 9 |
| Gulfstar 44 | 44.67' | $88,880 | 12 | 2 |
| Hylas 44 | 44.17' | $99,000 | 8 | 2 |
| Dufour 44 | 45.64' | $496,743 | 4 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $498,500 | 6 | 6 |
| New Zealand | $470,913 | 2 | 2 |
| US Virgin Islands | $474,000 | 2 | 2 |
| Belize | $368,640 | 1 | 1 |
| Greece | $406,436 | 1 | 1 |
| British Virgin Islands | $439,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Helia 44 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Helia 44 over the past 12 months is $470,058. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Helia 44 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 17 Helia 44 listings over the past 12 months, with 17 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Helia 44 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Helia 44 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Helia 44?
- Belize currently has the lowest median asking price at $368,640, while United States is the most expensive at $498,500 — a 35% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Helia 44?
- Comparable models include the Lagoon 440, Robertson and Caine 44, Fountaine Pajot Helia 44. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.