Hunter 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

1989 – 1994·Hunter Marine
Hunter 28 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · wing
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
28.01' · 8.54 m
Displ.
7,400 lbs · 3,357 kg
First year
1989

The Hunter 28, produced between 1989 and 1994, represents a pivotal era for Hunter Marine as it transitioned from the classic lines of the John Cherubini designs toward the highvolume, userfriendly "Legend" series aesthetic. Designed by the Hunter Design Team under the leadership of Warren Luhrs, the 28 was engineered to provide the amenities and feel of a 30foot yacht within a more manageable and affordable 28foot footprint. This model effectively replaced the popular Hunter 28.5 and served as a precursor to the Hunter 280. Its design philosophy centered on maximizing interior volume and simplifying the sailing experience, making it an ideal entrylevel cruiser for families and couples coastal cruising in protected waters.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 18,002
Ask, not sold · 15 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
7
15 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+1.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
United States (78.6%) · Canada (7.1%) · United Kingdom (7.1%)

Recent Listings

14 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Hunter 28 listings span 4 countries. United States leads with 11 listings (78.6%), followed by Canada and United Kingdom.

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

Country breakdown

14 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 16,00011478.6%
Canada$ 18,002117.1%
United Kingdom$ 28,950107.1%
Netherlands$ 15,998117.1%

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Hunter 3332.67'$ 64,9759633
Hunter 33.533.33'$ 33,2507227
Hunter Marine 3131.33'$ 24,8716236
Hunter 3434.42'$ 24,2506225
Hunter 38638.25'$ 88,500399
Catalina 2828.5'$ 25,0003612
Hunter 28.528.42'$ 12,750205
Marlow-Hunter 28You are here$ 18,002157
Hunter 27-226.58'$ 12,90073
Hunter 28027.75'$ 33,65677

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Hunter 28 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Hunter 28 over the past 12 months is $18,002. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Hunter 28 sailboats are for sale?+
7 Hunter 28 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 15 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Hunter 28 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Hunter 28 has increased by 1.0% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Hunter 28 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Hunter 28 listings over the past 12 months are United States (78.6%), Canada (7.1%), United Kingdom (7.1%).
05Do Hunter 28 listings get price reductions?+
About 25% of Hunter 28 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 29.4% 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 28?+
Comparable models include Hunter 33, Hunter 33.5, Hunter Marine 31. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.