Hunter 280 Sailboats for Sale

Hunter Design Team/R. Mazza·1995 – 1999·Hunter Marine
Hunter 280 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
27.75' · 8.46 m
Disp.
6,500 lbs · 2,948 kg
First year
1995

The Hunter 280, produced between 1995 and 1998, represents a pivotal era for Hunter Marine as they refined the "bigboat features in a smallboat package" philosophy. Designed by the inhouse Hunter Design Team, the 280 was a successor to the Hunter 28 and served as the direct precursor to the nearly identical Hunter 290. The vessel was engineered to maximize interior volume and cockpit ergonomics, making it a favorite for coastal cruisers who prioritize livability over racing pedigree. Its wide beam, carried well aft, allows for a spaciousness rarely found in sub30foot sailboats from the mid90s.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 33,110
Asking price · 7 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
7
7 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United Kingdom (66.7%) · Netherlands (33.3%)

Recent Listings

5 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Hunter 280 listings appear across 2 countries. United Kingdom has the most listings with 4 (66.7%), followed by Netherlands.

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

Country view

6 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 28,7944466.7%
Netherlands$ 33,7062233.3%

Comparable models

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

Similar boats to compare

11 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Hunter 3332.67'$ 64,95010037
Hunter 29.529.5'$ 24,9503514
Beneteau Oceanis 28128.5'$ 32,4223013
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 28.127.89'$ 25,5992515
Hunter 28.528.42'$ 12,500224
Hunter 24024.08'$ 9,5002111
Marlow-Hunter 2828.01'$ 17,586157
Marlow-Hunter 3333.5'$ 89,4501211
Newport 28-228'$ 5,90086
Hunter 2625.75'$ 13,87787
Hunter 280You are here$ 33,11077

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Hunter 280 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Hunter 280 over the past 12 months is $33,110. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Hunter 280 sailboats are for sale?+
7 Hunter 280 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 7 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Hunter 280 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Hunter 280 is down 0.0% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Hunter 280 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Hunter 280 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (66.7%), Netherlands (33.3%).
05Do Hunter 280 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Hunter 280 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 1.7% 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 Hunter 280?+
Comparable models include Hunter 33, Hunter 29.5, Beneteau Oceanis 281. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.