The Irwin 28, introduced in 1970, represents a pivotal era for Ted Irwin’s Florida-based shipyard, bridging the gap between his early racing-oriented designs and the voluminous cruisers that later defined the brand. Designed by Ted Irwin himself, the model enjoyed a long production run through the early 1980s, evolving through four distinct "Mark" iterations. The vessel was conceived as a "pocket cruiser" capable of providing family comfort on weekend voyages while remaining lively enough to compete in local club racing. Built in St. Petersburg, Florida, the boat utilized hand-laid fiberglass with a combination of mat and 24-ounce woven roving, a construction method that avoided the "chopper gun" techniques sometimes associated with price-point boats of the era.
Irwin 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Irwin
- Model
- 28
- Builder
- Irwin Yachts
- Designer
- Ted Irwin
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1970 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $9,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 28 | 28.5' | $25,000 | 28 | 4 |
| Oday 28 | 28.25' | $9,800 | 21 | 11 |
| Colvic Countess 28 | 28' | $13,181 | 15 | 3 |
| Irwin 41 | 41.5' | $45,110 | 10 | 2 |
| Irwin 38-2 | 40' | $35,750 | 10 | 4 |
| Tartan 28 | 28.25' | $23,250 | 10 | 3 |
| Jeanneau First 28 | 28.21' | $28,854 | 9 | 3 |
| Irwin 44 | 43.5' | $49,900 | 6 | 4 |
| Irwin 34 Citation | 34.25' | $21,900 | 6 | 3 |
| Irwin 28 | $9,000 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $9,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Irwin 28 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Irwin 28 over the past 12 months is $9,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Irwin 28 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Irwin 28 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Irwin 28 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Irwin 28 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Irwin 28?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 28, Oday 28, Colvic Countess 28. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.