The Irwin 38-1, introduced in 1969, represents a pivotal era for Ted Irwin’s Florida-based shipyard, marking a transition from pure racing designs to the performance-oriented cruisers that would define the brand’s legacy. Launched during the height of the International Offshore Rule (IOR) influence, the 38-1 (often simply called the Irwin 38 Mark I) was designed as a sleek, keel-centerboard sloop. Unlike the later, high-volume "Citation" models or the center-cockpit cruisers that followed in the 1980s, the 38-1 features a low-profile cabin trunk, a gracefully raked bow, and a narrow beam by modern standards. It was built during a period when Irwin was proving its mettle in the Southern Ocean Racing Conference (SORC), and that competitive DNA is evident in the hull’s lines and rigging.
Irwin 38-1 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Irwin
- Model
- 38-1
- 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $18,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 38 | 38.08' | $35,000 | 51 | 15 |
| Beneteau First 38 | 40.2' | $35,218 | 26 | 8 |
| Islander 36 | 36.08' | $29,500 | 23 | 1 |
| Northshore 38 | 37.99' | $56,909 | 11 | 4 |
| Irwin 41 | 41.5' | $45,116 | 10 | 2 |
| Irwin 38-2 | 40' | $35,750 | 10 | 4 |
| Ericson 38 | 37.67' | $39,450 | 10 | 0 |
| C&C 36-1 | 35.67' | $25,000 | 9 | 4 |
| Ohlson 38 | 37.06' | $41,612 | 6 | 2 |
| Irwin 38-1 | $18,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $18,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Irwin 38-1 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Irwin 38-1 over the past 12 months is $18,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Irwin 38-1 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Irwin 38-1 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Irwin 38-1?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 38, Beneteau First 38, Islander 36. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.