Irwin 52 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Ted Irwin·1976 – 1985·~250 hulls·Irwin Yachts
Irwin 52 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Ketch
LOA
52' · 15.85 m
Displ.
55,000 lbs · 24,948 kg
First year
1976

The Irwin 52 stands as one of the most commercially successful large cruising sailboats ever produced in North America. Designed by Ted Irwin and introduced in the mid1970s, it redefined the concept of the "cruising yacht" by prioritizing interior volume, ease of handling, and a shallow draft suitable for the Bahamas and the Florida Keys. Often referred to as a "condo on the water," the vessel was a staple of the Caribbean charter trade throughout the 1980s. Its success lay in Ted Irwin’s ability to offer more linear footage and amenities for a lower price point than contemporary builders like Hinckley or Shannon, effectively democratizing the luxury centercockpit ketch. While early models focused on value, the evolution of the 52 through its Mark I, II, and III iterations saw significant improvements in displacement, ballast, and interior finishing.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 119,500
Ask, not sold · 10 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
10 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+4.3%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
5
United States (50.0%) · New Caledonia (20.0%) · Australia (10.0%)

Recent Listings

8 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Irwin 52 listings span 5 countries. United States leads with 5 listings (50.0%), followed by New Caledonia and Australia.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

10 listings · 5 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 119,5005250.0%
New Caledonia$ 87,8402020.0%
Australia$ 64,1441010.0%
Greece$ 174,5231010.0%
Italy$ 222,5981010.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Whitby 4242'$ 65,572206
Formosa 5150.83'$ 116,511207
Irwin 4141.5'$ 54,9001910
Amel Mango 5253'$ 179,000199
Nauticat 5251.16'$ 336,6221911
Irwin 52You are here$ 119,500102
Irwin 38-240'$ 34,500104
Morgan 45245'$ 49,90096
Tayana 5252.42'$ 150,50695
Gulfstar 54 Sailcruiser54.5'$ 254,80365
Beneteau Oceanis 5251.67'$ 666,31742

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Irwin 52 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Irwin 52 over the past 12 months is $119,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Irwin 52 sailboats are for sale?+
2 Irwin 52 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 10 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Irwin 52 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Irwin 52 has increased by 4.3% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Irwin 52 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Irwin 52 listings over the past 12 months are United States (50.0%), New Caledonia (20.0%), Australia (10.0%).
05Do Irwin 52 listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Irwin 52 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 33.4% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Irwin 52?+
Comparable models include Whitby 42, Formosa 51, Irwin 41. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.