Hunter 27-2 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Hunter Design Team·1989 – 1994·Hunter Marine
Hunter 27-2 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · wing
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
26.58' · 8.1 m
Displ.
5,000 lbs · 2,268 kg
First year
1989

The Hunter 272 represents a pivotal shift in the evolution of small production cruisers. Produced between 1989 and 1994, this model was designed by the Hunter Design Team to replace the iconic but aging John Cherubinidesigned 27. While the original was defined by its traditional IORinfluenced lines, the 272 embraced a more voluminous "Legendseries" aesthetic, maximizing interior living space and ease of handling. It was one of the first boats of its size to standardize features like the walkthrough transom and an integrated swim platform, effectively bringing "big boat" luxury to the sub30foot market. The design successfully prioritized the needs of the coastal cruising family, offering a stable, predictable platform for weekend adventures and day sailing.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 12,900
Ask, not sold · 7 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
7 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+4.3%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United States (71.4%) · United Kingdom (28.6%)

Recent Listings

6 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Hunter 27-2 listings span 2 countries. United States leads with 5 listings (71.4%), followed by United Kingdom.

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

Country breakdown

7 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 9,9005171.4%
United Kingdom$ 13,4582228.6%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Hunter 33.533.33'$ 33,2507227
Hunter 35.5 Legend35.58'$ 39,5005916
Hunter 2727.17'$ 21,5004324
Hunter 37 Legend37.5'$ 37,5003610
Oday 27226.92'$ 9,625288
Hunter Boats Pilot 27$ 26,2572113
Hunter 28.528.42'$ 12,750205
Hunter Marine 33-233.5'$ 60,0001912
Marlow-Hunter 2828.01'$ 18,002157
Hunter Boats 2323.25'$ 6,16683
Hunter 27-2You are here$ 12,90073

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Hunter 27-2 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Hunter 27-2 over the past 12 months is $12,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Hunter 27-2 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Hunter 27-2 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 7 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Hunter 27-2 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Hunter 27-2 has increased by 4.3% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Hunter 27-2 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Hunter 27-2 listings over the past 12 months are United States (71.4%), United Kingdom (28.6%).
05Do Hunter 27-2 listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Hunter 27-2 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 16.8% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Hunter 27-2?+
Comparable models include Hunter 33.5, Hunter 35.5 Legend, Hunter 27. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.