The Morris 30 Leigh represents a quintessential collaboration between the legendary naval architect Chuck Paine and the precision craftsmanship of Tom Morris’s Maine shipyard. Introduced in the late 1970s as a sophisticated evolution of Paine's earlier "double-ender" concepts, the Leigh 30 was designed as a high-quality pocket cruiser for sailors who refused to equate small size with low quality. Built in Bass Harbor, Maine, the vessel is a testament to the "Morris way"—a philosophy that prioritizes heirloom-grade construction and offshore capability. According to Chuck Paine's design notes, the Leigh was specifically drawn to provide a more spacious and powerful alternative to his breakthrough Frances 26, incorporating a traditional transom stern and a more robust interior layout while maintaining the sea-kindly motion for which his hulls are famous.
Morris 30 Leigh Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Morris
- Model
- 30 Leigh
- Builder
- Morris Yachts
- Designer
- Chuck Paine
- Number Built
- 19
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - ??
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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 2025 | 1 | $87,500 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $69,500 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $87,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contessa 32 | 32' | $39,233 | 44 | 24 |
| Sabre 30-1 | 29.92' | $21,900 | 15 | 3 |
| LM 30 | 31.83' | $37,864 | 15 | 3 |
| Cape Dory 30 C | 30.21' | $17,000 | 11 | 2 |
| Sabre 30-3 | 30.58' | $22,000 | 11 | 0 |
| Morgan 32 | 31.92' | $24,950 | 8 | 3 |
| Seadog 30 | 30' | $16,230 | 8 | 2 |
| Cornish Crabbers Pilot 30 | 38.98' | $111,799 | 7 | 5 |
| Luders Luders 33 | 33' | $20,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Morris 30 Leigh | $78,500 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $78,500 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Morris 30 Leigh cost?
- The median asking price for a used Morris 30 Leigh over the past 12 months is $78,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Morris 30 Leigh sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Morris 30 Leigh listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Morris 30 Leigh?
- Comparable models include the Contessa 32, Sabre 30-1, LM 30. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.