The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the French shipyard, marking the era when production boatbuilding moved toward "grand tourism" luxury cruisers. Launched in 1989 and designed by the prolific Farr Yacht Design (Design No. 225), the Sun Odyssey 51 was the flagship of the fleet, successfully merging the performance pedigree of Bruce Farr’s racing hulls with an interior vision by Andrew Winch. At the time of its debut, it was one of the largest production yachts available, designed to compete with semi-custom Mediterranean cruisers. Its sleek, low-profile coachroof and wide beam carried well aft set a design template that Jeanneau would follow for over a decade.
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Jeanneau
- Model
- Sun Odyssey 51
- Builder
- Jeanneau
- Designer
- Bruce Farr/J&J Design
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1989 - 1992
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 1 | $116,629 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $239,075 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | $194,382 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $161,240 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $91,496 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance Sun Odyssey 49 | 49.16' | $175,716 | 78 | 23 |
| Sun Sun Odyssey 37 | 37.44' | $81,085 | 73 | 27 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 | 51.67' | $237,415 | 58 | 27 |
| Bavaria Yachts 51 | 51.18' | $229,724 | 49 | 26 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 51 | 49.21' | $234,437 | 48 | 29 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 | 43.34' | $115,175 | 46 | 18 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 41 DS | 40.42' | $210,875 | 16 | 11 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 | $161,240 | 8 | 2 | |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45.1 | 46.42' | $122,520 | 8 | 2 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 31 | 30.51' | $33,617 | 8 | 6 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.1 | 41.99' | $82,465 | 5 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | $167,876 | 4 | 1 |
| France | $161,240 | 3 | 0 |
| Sweden | $81,552 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 over the past 12 months is $161,240. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 8 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51 has decreased by 43.25% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51?
- Sweden currently has the lowest median asking price at $81,552, while Spain is the most expensive at $167,876 — a 106% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 51?
- Comparable models include the Performance Sun Odyssey 49, Sun Sun Odyssey 37, Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.