The Hughes 26 is a quintessential example of the Canadian fiberglass revolution of the late 1970s, representing a bridge between the classic elegance of Sparkman & Stephens design and the practical, production-oriented approach of Howard Hughes. Born from the Northstar 600—originally Sparkman & Stephens design #2135—the Hughes 26 was introduced in 1977 after Howard Hughes repurchased the company from US Steel. While the hull retains the pedigree of its S&S origins, Hughes modified the deck and interior to better suit the burgeoning family cruising market of the era. This model shares its DNA with several siblings: it is a direct evolution of the Northstar 600, and after Hughes Boat Works went into receivership in 1980, the design was briefly continued by Aura Yachts as the Aura 26.
Hughes 26 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hughes
- Model
- 26
- Builder
- Hughes Boat Works
- Designer
- Sparkman & Stephens
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1976 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $5,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadler 26 | 25.75' | $12,139 | 18 | 11 |
| Victoria 26 | 26' | $22,993 | 17 | 7 |
| Contessa 26 | 25.5' | $10,648 | 16 | 7 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $16,230 | 13 | 3 |
| Hunter Boats Horizon 26 | 26.34' | $11,797 | 10 | 4 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 26 | 26.08' | $19,497 | 10 | 5 |
| Nonsuch 26 | 26' | $22,900 | 10 | 2 |
| Pearson 26 | 26.12' | $4,500 | 8 | 1 |
| LM 26 | 26.57' | $19,909 | 7 | 4 |
| Hunter 26.5 | 26.58' | $5,125 | 4 | 1 |
| Hughes 26 | $5,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $5,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hughes 26 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hughes 26 over the past 12 months is $5,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hughes 26 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Hughes 26 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hughes 26?
- Comparable models include the Sadler 26, Victoria 26, Contessa 26. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.