J-Boats J/44 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Johnstone·1989 – 1993·~67 hulls·J Boats Tillotson Pearson
J-Boats J/44 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
44.92' · 13.69 m
Displ.
22,000 lbs · 9,979 kg
First year
1989

The J/44 stands as a definitive milestone in the evolution of the performance cruiser, representing a rare moment where a 44foot yacht successfully bridged the gap between a rugged offshore racer and a refined luxury cruiser. Launched in the late 1980s and designed by Rod Johnstone, the J/44 was conceived to be the ultimate offshore onedesign class—a boat capable of crossing the Atlantic on its own bottom and then competing at the highest levels of IMS or onedesign racing. This ambition was validated when the J/44 was named Cruising World magazine’s Overall Boat of the Year in 1990, a testament to its versatility. Unlike many of its contemporaries that sacrificed comfort for speed, the J/44 utilized the advanced construction capabilities of TPI Composites to maintain a stiff, lightweight hull that allowed for a full interior without compromising the "J" pedigree of speed. You can explore the original design intent and specifications through the J/Boats J/44 Profile.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 103,606
Ask, not sold · 6 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
6 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+4.5%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
Canada (50.0%) · United States (50.0%)

Recent Listings

4 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

J-Boats J/44 listings span 2 countries. Canada leads with 3 listings (50.0%), followed by United States.

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

Country breakdown

6 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Canada$ 120,2623150.0%
United States$ 99,0003050.0%

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
Performance 44 Performance44.85'$ 349,0676123
Beneteau First 4446.42'$ 505,7693822
J Boats J/3535.5'$ 24,500239
Solaris 4444.62'$ 593,160167
X-Yachts XP 4445.54'$ 558,565156
Grand Soleil 4447.08'$ 511,964116
J Boats J/4646'$ 287,000102
J Boats J/4040'$ 69,000102
C&C 4444.17'$ 61,90090
J Boats J/44You are here$ 103,60661
Beneteau First 44 Performance48.06'$ 580,38110

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used J-Boats J/44 cost?+
The median asking price for a used J-Boats J/44 over the past 12 months is $103,606. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many J-Boats J/44 sailboats are for sale?+
1 J-Boats J/44 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 6 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are J-Boats J/44 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the J-Boats J/44 has increased by 4.5% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are J-Boats J/44 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used J-Boats J/44 listings over the past 12 months are Canada (50.0%), United States (50.0%).
05Do J-Boats J/44 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of J-Boats J/44 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 5.7% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller is not motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a J-Boats J/44?+
Comparable models include Performance 44 Performance, Beneteau First 44, J Boats J/35. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.