The Montgomery 15 is frequently cited by maritime historians and small-craft enthusiasts as a definitive benchmark in the "pocket cruiser" category. Designed by Jerry Montgomery and introduced in the late 1970s, the vessel was engineered to provide the seaworthiness and structural integrity of a much larger yacht within a 15-foot, trailerable footprint. Built primarily by Montgomery Marine Products in California, the boat features a distinctive lapstrake-style fiberglass hull that serves both aesthetic and functional purposes, providing significant longitudinal stiffness and a drier ride by deflecting spray. Unlike many contemporary 15-footers designed as open day-sailers, the Montgomery 15 was conceived from the outset as a micro-cruiser capable of coastal hops and overnighting, a philosophy that has earned it a cult-like following among "minimalist" sailors.
Montgomery 15 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Montgomery
- Model
- 15
- Builder
- Montgomery Marine Products
- Designer
- Jerry Montgomery
- Number Built
- 500
- Production Year(s)
- 1980 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $4,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Cutter 19 | 23.62' | $17,962 | 14 | 9 |
| Norfolk Gypsy | 23.83' | $21,641 | 9 | 3 |
| Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20 | 24' | $29,000 | 9 | 4 |
| West Wight Wight Potter 15 | 15' | $4,000 | 7 | 3 |
| Com-Pac 16 | 16' | $4,950 | 7 | 1 |
| Montgomery 17 | 17.08' | $5,750 | 6 | 1 |
| Precision 18 | 17.42' | $6,250 | 6 | 4 |
| Vanguard 15 | 15.25' | $3,999 | 3 | 1 |
| Precision 21 | 20.75' | $5,500 | 3 | 1 |
| Montgomery 15 | $4,500 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $4,500 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Montgomery 15 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Montgomery 15 over the past 12 months is $4,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Montgomery 15 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Montgomery 15 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Montgomery 15 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Montgomery 15 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Montgomery 15?
- Comparable models include the Cape Cutter 19, Norfolk Gypsy, Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.