J-Boats J/24 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Johnstone·1977·~5,400 hulls·J Boats Tillotson Pearson
J-Boats J/24 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
24' · 7.32 m
Displ.
3,100 lbs · 1,406 kg
First year
1977

The J/24 is arguably the most influential modern keelboat in the history of the sport, serving as the foundation upon which the J/Boats empire was built. Launched in 1977 from Rod Johnstone’s garage in Stonington, Connecticut, the design was a radical departure from the heavy, CCAinfluenced cruiserracers of the era. By prioritizing a high sail areatodisplacement ratio and a light, responsive hull, Johnstone created a boat that could be easily trailered yet offered the tactical complexity of a much larger yacht. With over 5,500 hulls produced globally, the J/24 has become the gold standard for international onedesign racing, fostering a level of competition that has groomed America’s Cup and Olympic champions. While it was originally marketed as a "fun family boat," its legacy is defined by its endurance as a strict onedesign racer that demands highlevel teamwork and tactical precision.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 4,450
Ask, not sold · 18 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
9
18 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+10.1%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
7
United States (50.0%) · Australia (22.2%) · Belgium (5.6%)

Recent Listings

13 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

J-Boats J/24 listings span 7 countries. United States leads with 9 listings (50.0%), followed by Australia and Belgium.

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

Country breakdown

18 listings · 7 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 3,7509550.0%
Australia$ 4,2114322.2%
Belgium$ 11,634105.6%
Switzerland$ 3,422105.6%
Ireland$ 21,053105.6%
Italy$ 7,563105.6%
Sweden$ 6,452115.6%

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
J Boats J/10534.5'$ 55,0003620
J-Boats J/7022.74'$ 45,0002914
J-Boats J/8026.25'$ 29,087269
J Boats J/3535.5'$ 24,500239
Beneteau First 2424.61'$ 75,627219
J-Boats J/11136.42'$ 199,000216
Judel/Vrolijk J/3029.83'$ 15,0002111
J-Boats J/24You are here$ 4,450189
J-Boats J/9932.61'$ 214,500176
Jaguar J/2929.5'$ 10,75083
J-Boats J/2222.5'$ 9,25064

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used J-Boats J/24 cost?+
The median asking price for a used J-Boats J/24 over the past 12 months is $4,450. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many J-Boats J/24 sailboats are for sale?+
9 J-Boats J/24 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 18 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are J-Boats J/24 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the J-Boats J/24 has increased by 10.1% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are J-Boats J/24 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used J-Boats J/24 listings over the past 12 months are United States (50.0%), Australia (22.2%), Belgium (5.6%).
05What should I look at instead of a J-Boats J/24?+
Comparable models include J Boats J/105, J-Boats J/70, J-Boats J/80. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.