Islander Bahama 30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Bob Finch·1973 – 1985·Islander / Tradewind Yachts
Islander Bahama 30 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
29.92' · 9.12 m
Displ.
8,230 lbs · 3,733 kg
First year
1973

The Islander Bahama 30 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Islander Yachts, emerging in the late 1970s as a "valueengineered" counterpart to the sophisticated Islander 30 Mark II. While both vessels share the same highperformance hull lines drawn by the legendary naval architect Robert Perry, the Bahama 30 was marketed to the budgetconscious sailor who desired Perry’s renowned handling without the premium price tag of a teakheavy interior. This model utilized a highvolume production approach, featuring more extensive use of fiberglass liners and a simplified deck mold compared to its Mk II sibling. Despite its positioning as an "entrylevel" cruiser, the Bahama 30 remains a respected coastal voyager, prized for its balanced proportions and the pedigree of its designer.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
Ask, not sold
Recent listings · 90 d
Listed for sale
3-month price trend
Insufficient data
Countries with listings
Global market

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

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
Beneteau First 30 (Mauric)29.36'$ 67,2573919
Judel/Vrolijk J/3029.83'$ 15,0002111
CS 3030'$ 25,000215
Pearson 3029.79'$ 7,000173
Sabre 30-129.92'$ 19,500163
Tartan 3029.92'$ 10,000154
Sabre 30-330.58'$ 20,900143
Sparkman & Stephens 3030.5'$ 35,00093
Freedom 3029.97'$ 20,54982
ODay 3029.92'$ 9,00081

Frequently asked questions

01What should I look at instead of a Islander Bahama 30?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 30 (Mauric), Judel/Vrolijk J/30, CS 30. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.