The Kadey-Krogen 38 Cutter occupies a unique position in the history of a builder almost exclusively known for full-displacement trawlers. Designed by Jim Krogen as a personal "labor of love" and a dedicated shoal-draft cruiser, the 38 Cutter was produced between 1981 and 1991, with roughly 90 hulls completed at the Asia Harbor Yacht Builders yard in Taiwan. Unlike the mass-produced cruisers of its era, the 38 Cutter was engineered as a heavy-displacement, blue-water vessel capable of navigating the thin waters of the Bahamas while maintaining the structural integrity required for transatlantic passages. Its design philosophy mirrors the Kadey-Krogen powerboat line—prioritizing volume, comfort, and safety over raw speed. As noted on the Kadey-Krogen 38' Cutter official page, the vessel utilizes a fiberglass sandwich construction with a closed-cell PVC foam core, a hallmark of the brand that provides superior thermal insulation and sound dampening compared to solid glass or balsa-cored hulls.
Kadey-Krogen 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Kadey-Krogen
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- Kadey-Krogen Yachts, Inc. (TAIWAN)
- Designer
- James S. Krogen
- Number Built
- 85
- Production Year(s)
- 1980 - 1991
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2025 | 1 | $79,900 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $74,900 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $84,900 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nauticat 38 | 37.5' | $115,451 | 39 | 16 |
| Island Packet 38 | 38' | $99,000 | 28 | 11 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 38 | 37.96' | $92,479 | 22 | 9 |
| Cabo Rico 38 | 38' | $89,000 | 13 | 4 |
| Shannon 38 | 37.75' | $64,950 | 13 | 4 |
| Caliber 38 | 38' | $84,500 | 11 | 7 |
| Downeast 38 | 38' | $42,500 | 11 | 4 |
| Prout 38 | 38' | $155,542 | 8 | 6 |
| INGRID 38 | 38' | $51,507 | 6 | 3 |
| Kadey-Krogen 38 | $79,900 | 4 | 4 | |
| Downeaster 38 | 38' | $47,450 | 4 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $79,900 | 4 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Kadey-Krogen 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Kadey-Krogen 38 over the past 12 months is $79,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Kadey-Krogen 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Kadey-Krogen 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 4 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Kadey-Krogen 38 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Kadey-Krogen 38 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Kadey-Krogen 38?
- Comparable models include the Nauticat 38, Island Packet 38, Hallberg-Rassy 38. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.