The Nacra 500 represents the intersection of accessibility and high-performance catamaran engineering. Launched as a response to the demand for a durable, high-buoyancy beach cat that eliminates the complexity of daggerboards and booms, the 500 has become a staple in sailing schools and for recreational families globally. At 16.5 feet (5 meters) in length, it utilizes a skeg-hull design, allowing for effortless beaching without the risk of damaging retractable foils. Unlike the razor-edged racing machines like the Olympic Nacra 17, the 500 focuses on "plug-and-play" sailing, yet it retains the signature Nacra hull shape that prioritizes volume in the bows to prevent the dreaded pitch-pole.
Nacra 500 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Nacra
- Model
- 500
- Builder
- NACRA Catamarans
- Designer
- —
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2006 - ??
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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 | $7,400 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $7,000 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | $4,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagoon 500 | 51' | $530,133 | 67 | 39 |
| Knysna 500 | 50' | $849,900 | 36 | 18 |
| Dufour 500 Grand Large | 49.54' | $328,683 | 20 | 6 |
| Jeanneau Sun 2500 | 24.61' | $28,274 | 18 | 7 |
| Beneteau Oceanis 500 | 50.25' | $114,330 | 17 | 6 |
| Jeanneau Sun 2000 | 21.75' | $13,458 | 15 | 5 |
| Windrider 17 | 17.33' | $4,999 | 10 | 1 |
| Voyage 500 | 50' | $335,000 | 8 | 4 |
| Hobie Cat Getaway | 16.58' | $6,500 | 8 | 3 |
| Seawind 24 | 24.25' | $9,800 | 5 | 0 |
| Nacra 500 | $5,500 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $5,500 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Nacra 500 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Nacra 500 over the past 12 months is $5,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Nacra 500 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Nacra 500 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Nacra 500?
- Comparable models include the Lagoon 500, Knysna 500, Dufour 500 Grand Large. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.