The J/9 arrived in 2021 as a response to a shifting market demand for a "pure" daysailer—a boat that prioritizes cockpit comfort and ease of use over complex racing systems or cavernous living quarters. Designed by Al Johnstone, the J/9 is a 28-foot fiberglass keelboat that serves as a modern evolution of the "J-Day" concept pioneered by the J/100. While many recent J/Boats have leaned toward high-speed planing or offshore performance cruising, the J/9 focuses on the "after-work sail," featuring one of the largest cockpits in its size class. According to the manufacturer's design brief at J/Boats, the vessel was engineered to be easily handled by a single person or a small family, bridging the gap between a high-performance sportboat and a traditional weekend cruiser.
J-Boats J/9 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- J-Boats
- Model
- J/9
- Builder
- J Boats
- Designer
- Alan Johnstone
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2021 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 2 | $139,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Boats J/105 | 34.5' | $59,500 | 28 | 15 |
| J-Boats J/100 | 32.8' | $91,270 | 24 | 6 |
| J-Boats J/80 | 26.25' | $29,452 | 23 | 7 |
| J-Boats J/120 | 40' | $126,250 | 22 | 7 |
| J Boats J/109 | 35.25' | $110,000 | 20 | 11 |
| J-Boats J/32 | 32.6' | $74,900 | 17 | 2 |
| J-Boats J/99 | 32.61' | $219,108 | 16 | 7 |
| Tofinou 9.5 | 31.17' | $128,410 | 7 | 3 |
| S2 9.1 | 29.83' | $16,000 | 3 | 2 |
| J Boats J/9 | $139,000 | 2 | 0 | |
| J Boats J/7 | 23.11' | $54,850 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $139,000 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used J-Boats J/9 cost?
- The median asking price for a used J-Boats J/9 over the past 12 months is $139,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many J-Boats J/9 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 J-Boats J/9 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the J-Boats J/9?
- Comparable models include the J Boats J/105, J-Boats J/100, J-Boats J/80. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.