Melges 14 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Reichel/Pugh·2016·Melges Performance Sailboats
Melges 14 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · daggerboard
Rig
Cat Rig
LOA
14' · 4.27 m
Displ.
120 lbs · 54 kg
First year
2016

The Melges 14 is a modern, highperformance singlehanded dinghy designed to bridge the gap between traditional onedesign classes and the ultramodern skiff movement. Launched in 2015, it was conceived by Reichel/Pugh Yacht Design—the same firm responsible for the legendary Melges 24—to provide a more ergonomic and athletic alternative to aging designs like the ILCA (Laser). Built with hightech materials including carbon fiber for the mast and boom, the Melges 14 emphasizes speed, ease of rigging, and a broad range of sailor weights through its modular rig system. The boat quickly gained industry acclaim, being named Sailing World's 2016 Boat of the Year. Unlike many traditional dinghies, the Melges 14 features a wide, open, selfdraining cockpit and a hull shape optimized for early planing, making it a favorite for both competitive fleet racing and recreational speed runs.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 6,900
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
3
United States (71.4%) · Germany (14.3%) · Netherlands (14.3%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Melges 14 listings span 3 countries. United States leads with 5 listings (71.4%), followed by Germany and Netherlands.

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

Country breakdown

7 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 6,0005371.4%
Germany$ 12,2751014.3%
Netherlands$ 12,7401014.3%

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
Jeanneau 1445.83'$ 645,8519448
Beneteau First 2726.24'$ 103,8563015
Esse 85027.89'$ 54,684236
Beneteau First 18 SE18.21'$ 32,8712211
Dehler 30od33.79'$ 145,436226
Seascape 1818.04'$ 25,298185
Melges 3231.83'$ 61,496164
Seascape 2726.21'$ 122,000123
Melges 14You are here$ 6,90073
Schock Harbor 2020'$ 20,00075
Beneteau First 1414.11'$ 12,33331

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Melges 14 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Melges 14 over the past 12 months is $6,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Melges 14 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Melges 14 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 7 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Melges 14 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Melges 14 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Melges 14 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Melges 14 listings over the past 12 months are United States (71.4%), Germany (14.3%), Netherlands (14.3%).
05What should I look at instead of a Melges 14?+
Comparable models include Jeanneau 14, Beneteau First 27, Esse 850. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.