Hobie 18 Sailboats for Sale

Hobie Alter & Phil Edwards·1976·Hobie Cat
Hobie 18 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Catamaran · daggerboard
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
18' · 5.49 m
Disp.
400 lbs · 181 kg
First year
1976

The Hobie 18 represents a pivotal shift in the Hobie Cat lineage, moving away from the exuberant, "bananahulled" simplicity of the iconic Hobie 16 toward a more sophisticated, highperformance racing platform. Introduced in 1976 and designed by Hobie Alter and Phil Edwards, the Hobie 18 was engineered to provide a more stable and powerful alternative for sailors who found the 16footer too prone to pitchpoling in heavy air. Unlike its predecessor, the 18 features symmetrical hulls and deep daggerboards, allowing it to point higher and handle more sail area with greater composure. It remains a staple of the beach catamaran world, celebrated for its ability to carry significant weight—often accommodating two or three adults—without losing its competitive edge.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 3,050
Asking price · 6 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
6 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+4.9%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United States (80.0%) · Germany (20.0%)

Recent Listings

6 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Hobie 18 listings appear across 2 countries. United States has the most listings with 4 (80.0%), followed by Germany.

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

Country view

5 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 3,0504280.0%
Germany$ 3,9871020.0%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

3 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Seascape 1818.04'$ 23,037205
Hobie Cat 18You are here$ 3,05062
Beneteau First 1818.04'$ 5,33653

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Hobie 18 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Hobie 18 over the past 12 months is $3,050. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Hobie 18 sailboats are for sale?+
2 Hobie 18 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 6 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Hobie 18 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Hobie 18 is up 4.9% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Hobie 18 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Hobie 18 listings over the past 12 months are United States (80.0%), Germany (20.0%).
05Do Hobie 18 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Hobie 18 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 2.1% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Hobie 18?+
Comparable models include Seascape 18, Beneteau First 18. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.