Islander 28 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Robert Perry·1975 – 1985·~430 hulls·Islander / Tradewind Yachts
Islander 28 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
27.92' · 8.51 m
Displ.
7,000 lbs · 3,175 kg
First year
1975

The Islander 28, introduced in 1975, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the Californiabased builder. While earlier Islander models were often defined by the traditional, heavierdisplacement philosophies of Joseph McGlasson or Bill Lapworth, the 28 was penned by the legendary Robert Perry. This transition brought a more modern, performanceoriented hull shape to the cruising market. The boat was designed to maximize interior volume without sacrificing the sailing characteristics required for the choppy conditions of the San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Coast. Production ran for approximately a decade, during which time the model became one of the most respected "pocket cruisers" of its era, bridging the gap between small daysailers and dedicated offshore yachts.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 6,650
Ask, not sold · 8 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
8 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+50.4%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

9 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Islander 28 listings span 1 country. United States leads with 7 listings

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

Country breakdown

7 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 5,80071100.0%

Comparable models

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

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Islander 3636.08'$ 29,5003311
Contessa 2827.67'$ 9,425209
Hunter 28.528.42'$ 12,750205
Dehler 2827.89'$ 26,6121611
Marlow-Hunter 2828.01'$ 18,002157
Mirage 2827.5'$ 10,099138
Saffier 2828.18'$ 43,049125
Jeanneau First 2828.21'$ 11,577105
Islander 4039.54'$ 34,99998
Islander 28You are here$ 6,65082

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Islander 28 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Islander 28 over the past 12 months is $6,650. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Islander 28 sailboats are for sale?+
2 Islander 28 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 8 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Islander 28 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Islander 28 has increased by 50.4% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Islander 28 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Islander 28 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
05Do Islander 28 listings get price reductions?+
About 25% of Islander 28 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 19.4% 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 Islander 28?+
Comparable models include Islander 36, Contessa 28, Hunter 28.5. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.