The Hunter 25.5, produced between 1984 and 1987, serves as a pivotal bridge in the evolution of Hunter Marine’s small-boat design. Moving away from the traditional lines of the earlier John Cherubini-designed Hunter 25, the 25.5 was engineered by the Hunter Design Team to capture a growing market of "performance cruisers"—vessels that could reasonably compete in club racing on a Saturday and comfortably host a small family for a weekend getaway on Sunday. With over 1,000 hulls built during its short production run, the model remains a ubiquitous sight in North American marinas, valued for its voluminous interior and surprising speed in light air.
Hunter 25.5 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hunter
- Model
- 25.5
- Builder
- Hunter Marine
- Designer
- Cortland Steck
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1984 - 1987
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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 2025 | 1 | $1,500 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $2,800 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $4,325 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter 35.5 Legend | 35.58' | $39,500 | 50 | 17 |
| Hunter 31 | 31.33' | $19,900 | 47 | 23 |
| Hunter 29.5 | 29.5' | $26,000 | 26 | 6 |
| Hunter 28.5 | 28.42' | $12,750 | 22 | 7 |
| Hunter 240 | 24.08' | $9,333 | 15 | 5 |
| Hunter 23.5 | 23.67' | $6,625 | 8 | 1 |
| Hunter 23 | 23.25' | $5,600 | 7 | 1 |
| Hunter 26.5 | 26.58' | $5,125 | 4 | 1 |
| Hunter 25.5 | $2,800 | 3 | 2 | |
| Hunter 26 | 25.75' | $15,000 | 3 | 3 |
| Hunter 25 | 25' | $2,500 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $2,800 | 3 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hunter 25.5 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hunter 25.5 over the past 12 months is $2,800. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hunter 25.5 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Hunter 25.5 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Hunter 25.5 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Hunter 25.5 has increased by 54.46% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hunter 25.5?
- Comparable models include the Hunter 35.5 Legend, Hunter 31, Hunter 29.5. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.