The Hylas 46 is widely regarded as one of the most successful mid-sized blue water cruisers ever produced, striking a rare balance between offshore ruggedness and elegant aesthetics. Designed by the legendary Germán Frers and built by the Queen Long Marine shipyard in Taiwan, the 46 was introduced in 1995 as a refined successor to the Hylas 44. It remained a cornerstone of the Hylas fleet for nearly two decades, earning the prestigious Cruising World Boat of the Year award in 1999 for the "Best Mid-Sized Cruiser." The vessel shares a strong DNA with its larger sibling, the Hylas 49; while the 49 features a longer waterline and an extended "sugar scoop" transom, the two models share similar beam measurements and structural philosophies, making the 46 a more compact but no less capable version of the brand’s flagship offshore ethos.
Hylas 46 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hylas
- Model
- 46
- Builder
- Hylas Yachts USA
- Designer
- German Frers
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1995 - ??
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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 | $277,000 |
| Apr 2025 | 2 | $447,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 7 | $465,000 |
| Aug 2025 | 3 | $420,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 5 | $441,778 |
| Jan 2026 | 10 | $477,500 |
| Feb 2026 | 6 | $339,900 |
| Mar 2026 | 3 | $259,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $490,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
36.4% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 6.6% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hylas 46 | $420,000 | 38 | 13 | |
| Hylas 54 | 54.08' | $447,000 | 24 | 3 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 46 | 48.5' | $411,737 | 24 | 7 |
| Hylas 49 | 48.88' | $400,000 | 19 | 6 |
| Swan 46 | 47.08' | $160,000 | 19 | 8 |
| J Boats J/46 | 46' | $279,000 | 13 | 1 |
| Hylas 47 | 46.75' | $70,000 | 10 | 6 |
| Hylas 44 | 44.17' | $99,000 | 8 | 2 |
| Oyster Yachts 46 | 46' | $566,706 | 8 | 3 |
| Hylas 56 | 54.08' | $854,500 | 6 | 3 |
| Bowman 46 | 46.26' | $219,144 | 6 | 6 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $420,000 | 34 | 10 |
| Fiji | $259,000 | 1 | 1 |
| Italy | $441,778 | 1 | 0 |
| US Virgin Islands | $695,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hylas 46 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hylas 46 over the past 12 months is $420,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hylas 46 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 38 Hylas 46 listings over the past 12 months, with 13 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Hylas 46 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Hylas 46 has decreased by 19.07% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Hylas 46?
- Fiji currently has the lowest median asking price at $259,000, while US Virgin Islands is the most expensive at $695,000 — a 168% difference.
- Do Hylas 46 listings get price reductions?
- About 36% of Hylas 46 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 6.6% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hylas 46?
- Comparable models include the Hylas 54, Hallberg-Rassy 46, Hylas 49. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.