Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Tony Castro·1987 – 1989·Jeanneau
Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
38.25' · 11.66 m
Displ.
12,677 lbs · 5,750 kg
First year
1987

The Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of French production yachts, bridging the gap between the IORinfluenced racing designs of the early 1980s and the modern era of highvolume performance cruisers. Designed by the esteemed Tony Castro and introduced in 1986, the Sun Shine 38 is essentially an evolution of the highly successful Sun Shine 36. While the 36foot predecessor established the model's reputation for speed and balance, the 38foot iteration added a sleek, integrated sugarscoop transom that improved both the yacht’s waterline length and its functionality as a Mediterranean cruiser. This model reflects the period when Jeanneau transitioned from purely utilitarian designs to yachts that emphasized "art de vivre" without sacrificing the naval architecture required for offshore performance.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 47,127
Ask, not sold · 7 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
7 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
United Kingdom (42.9%) · Greece (28.6%) · Austria (14.3%)

Recent Listings

5 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 listings span 4 countries. United Kingdom leads with 3 listings (42.9%), followed by Greece and Austria.

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

Country breakdown

7 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 47,1273242.9%
Greece$ 39,0762028.6%
Austria$ 81,4441114.3%
Netherlands$ 63,4101014.3%

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
Catalina 3838.08'$ 35,0006323
Sabre 3837.83'$ 49,9004017
Dufour Classic 3837.58'$ 78,5353919
Beneteau First 3840.2'$ 34,7883114
Fountaine Pajot Athena 3838.05'$ 145,0002915
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3231.17'$ 49,820187
Ericson 3837.67'$ 34,000155
Jeanneau Sun Shine 3636.42'$ 30,963134
Northshore 3837.99'$ 56,977113
Ohlson 3837.06'$ 34,78895
SUN Sun Shine 38You are here$ 47,12773

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 over the past 12 months is $47,127. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 7 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Jeanneau Sun Shine 38 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (42.9%), Greece (28.6%), Austria (14.3%).
05What should I look at instead of a Jeanneau Sun Shine 38?+
Comparable models include Catalina 38, Sabre 38, Dufour Classic 38. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.