The Island Packet 485, and its later evolution the 525, represents the definitive flagship of the Bob Johnson era, embodying the "go-anywhere, do-anything" philosophy that defined the Florida builder’s peak years. Launched in the early 2000s, the 485 was designed to provide a level of luxury and stowage typically reserved for much larger custom yachts, while maintaining the manageable handling characteristics required for a couple to operate without professional crew. The model is built upon the foundational "Full Foil Keel," a signature of Island Packet that integrates the ballast into the hull shape to provide a low center of gravity and extreme structural integrity. The transition to the 525 model was not a change in the hull mold itself, but rather an extension of the transom to include an integral, oversized swim platform and additional aft storage, bringing the overall length to 52 feet while retaining the proven underwater profile of the 485.
Island Packet 485/525 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Island Packet
- Model
- 485/525
- Builder
- Island Packet Yachts
- Designer
- Bob Johnson
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2002 - ??
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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 | $359,900 |
| Jun 2025 | 2 | $381,500 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $450,000 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $414,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 6 | $427,000 |
| Dec 2025 | 3 | $345,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 6 | $482,793 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $304,321 |
| Apr 2026 | 4 | $371,500 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
30.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 4.3% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 370/379 | 37.83' | $199,500 | 46 | 22 |
| Island Packet 40 | 40' | $159,900 | 33 | 8 |
| Island Packet 420 | 44.58' | $284,900 | 32 | 2 |
| Island Packet 350 | 34.67' | $119,750 | 30 | 9 |
| Island Packet 38 | 38' | $99,000 | 28 | 11 |
| Island Packet 485/525 | $398,000 | 25 | 5 | |
| Island Packet 37 | 38.58' | $119,900 | 21 | 13 |
| Island Packet 44 | 44' | $159,000 | 18 | 2 |
| Island Packet 465/495 | 48.75' | $335,000 | 12 | 1 |
| Island Packet 45 | 45.25' | $159,500 | 12 | 0 |
| Island Packet 445 | 45.75' | $359,000 | 12 | 7 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $398,000 | 18 | 2 |
| Spain | $576,078 | 4 | 0 |
| Guernsey | $304,321 | 2 | 2 |
| Guatemala | $450,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Island Packet 485/525 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Island Packet 485/525 over the past 12 months is $398,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Island Packet 485/525 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 25 Island Packet 485/525 listings over the past 12 months, with 5 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Island Packet 485/525 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Island Packet 485/525 has decreased by 13.32% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Island Packet 485/525?
- Guernsey currently has the lowest median asking price at $304,321, while Spain is the most expensive at $576,078 — a 89% difference.
- Do Island Packet 485/525 listings get price reductions?
- About 30% of Island Packet 485/525 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 4.3% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Island Packet 485/525?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 370/379, Island Packet 40, Island Packet 420. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.