The Herreshoff America is a quintessential example of the fiberglass catboat revival that began in the early 1970s. Designed by Halsey Herreshoff—grandson of the legendary Nathanael Greene Herreshoff—and primarily built by Nowak & Williams in Bristol, Rhode Island, this 18-foot vessel was envisioned as a modern tribute to the classic working catboats of New England. While the Herreshoff Marine Museum preserves the legacy of the elder Herreshoff’s wooden masterpieces, the America model represents a successful pivot toward low-maintenance fiberglass construction that brought the "Herreshoff" name to a broader demographic of coastal sailors. With its massive 8-foot beam relative to an 18-foot length, the boat offers the stability and cockpit volume of a much larger vessel, making it a favorite for day sailing and occasional "pocket cruising."
Herreshoff America Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Herreshoff
- Model
- America
- Builder
- Herreshoff Mfg. Co.
- Designer
- H. Herreshoff
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1971 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $9,900 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herreshoff 12 1/2 | 15.83' | $23,500 | 15 | 6 |
| Com-Pac Sun Cat 17-2 | 17.33' | $18,450 | 13 | 3 |
| Herreshoff H-28 | 26.94' | $12,885 | 10 | 3 |
| Nonsuch 26 | 26' | $22,900 | 10 | 2 |
| Com-Pac Picnic Cat | 14' | $6,500 | 8 | 2 |
| Cape Cod 's Eye | 15.71' | $4,450 | 6 | 0 |
| Menger Cat 19 | 19' | $12,945 | 4 | 1 |
| Precision 21 | 20.75' | $5,500 | 3 | 1 |
| Herreshoff America | $9,900 | 1 | 0 | |
| Frauscher H-Boat | 27.25' | $10,485 | 1 | 0 |
| Cornish Crabbers Shrimper 21 | 24.83' | $50,720 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $9,900 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Herreshoff America cost?
- The median asking price for a used Herreshoff America over the past 12 months is $9,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Herreshoff America sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Herreshoff America listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Herreshoff America?
- Comparable models include the Herreshoff 12 1/2, Com-Pac Sun Cat 17-2, Herreshoff H-28. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.