The Hunter 456 is a quintessential example of the "Passage" series philosophy—vessels designed to maximize interior volume and simplify short-handed sailing for long-range cruising. Launched in the late 1990s as a refined successor to the Hunter 450, the 456 shares its foundational hull and structural DNA with both the 450 and the subsequent Hunter 460 and Hunter 46 models. It was marketed as a luxurious center-cockpit cruiser that could be handled comfortably by a couple, featuring the distinctive stainless steel cockpit arch and the Bergstrom & Ridder (B&R) rig that became hallmarks of the brand’s identity.
Hunter 456 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hunter
- Model
- 456
- Builder
- Hunter Marine
- Designer
- Hunter Design Team
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2003 - ??
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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 | $225,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $89,500 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $55,000 |
| Nov 2025 | 2 | $153,750 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $69,500 |
| Jan 2026 | 8 | $99,500 |
| Feb 2026 | 3 | $158,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $55,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
40.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 36.9% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter 42 Passage CC | 42.5' | $84,950 | 40 | 14 |
| Hunter 450 Passage | 44.25' | $125,937 | 39 | 6 |
| Marlow-Hunter 376 | 37.25' | $64,500 | 38 | 9 |
| Hunter 45 CC | 45.01' | $169,000 | 33 | 13 |
| Hunter 460 | 46.08' | $127,500 | 25 | 4 |
| Hunter 456 | $99,500 | 20 | 5 | |
| Hunter 430 | 42.5' | $81,808 | 18 | 5 |
| Beneteau First 456 | 45.5' | $74,598 | 14 | 7 |
| Hunter 426 DS | 41.83' | $147,000 | 14 | 8 |
| Hunter 466 | 46.08' | $154,900 | 10 | 3 |
| Passport 456 | 45.5' | $289,000 | 6 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $158,000 | 6 | 3 |
| British Virgin Islands | $89,500 | 5 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hunter 456 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hunter 456 over the past 12 months is $99,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hunter 456 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 20 Hunter 456 listings over the past 12 months, with 5 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Hunter 456 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Hunter 456 has increased by 58.79% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Hunter 456?
- British Virgin Islands currently has the lowest median asking price at $89,500, while United States is the most expensive at $158,000 — a 77% difference.
- Do Hunter 456 listings get price reductions?
- About 40% of Hunter 456 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 36.9% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hunter 456?
- Comparable models include the Hunter 42 Passage CC, Hunter 450 Passage, Marlow-Hunter 376. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.