The Irwin 44 represents the culmination of Ted Irwin’s philosophy of "more boat for the buck," serving as a bridge between the company’s performance-oriented racing roots and its eventual dominance in the Caribbean charter market. Produced primarily in the late 1980s, the Irwin 44 is an evolution of the earlier Irwin 41 hull, stretched to accommodate a more modern "sugar scoop" transom and a more voluminous interior. It was designed as a center-cockpit cruiser that prioritized liveaboard comfort and ease of handling for a couple, featuring the signature shoal draft that made Irwin Yachts a household name in Florida and the Bahamas.
Irwin 44 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

- Make
- Irwin
- Model
- 44
- Builder
- Irwin Yachts
- Designer
- John R. Van Ost
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1987 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 | $18,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $17,000 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $49,900 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $49,900 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $49,900 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria Bavaria 44 (1992-1996) | $111,803 | 60 | 22 | |
| Bavaria 44 | 45.7' | $135,436 | 18 | 8 |
| Island Packet 44 | 44' | $159,000 | 18 | 2 |
| Gulfstar 44 | 44.67' | $88,880 | 12 | 2 |
| Irwin 41 | 41.5' | $45,110 | 10 | 2 |
| Irwin 38-2 | 40' | $35,750 | 10 | 4 |
| Irwin 43-CC Mk III | 45.5' | $69,900 | 10 | 6 |
| Irwin 52 | 52' | $129,500 | 8 | 2 |
| Irwin 44 | $49,900 | 6 | 4 | |
| Morgan Yachts Morgan 44 | 44' | $89,000 | 6 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $49,900 | 6 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Irwin 44 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Irwin 44 over the past 12 months is $49,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Irwin 44 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 6 Irwin 44 listings over the past 12 months, with 4 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Irwin 44 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Irwin 44 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Irwin 44?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria Bavaria 44 (1992-1996), Bavaria 44, Island Packet 44. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.