Nonsuch 36 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Mark Ellis Design·1983·~70 hulls·Hinterhoeller Yachts Ltd.
Nonsuch 36 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Cat Rig
LOA
36' · 10.97 m
Displ.
17,000 lbs · 7,711 kg
First year
1983

The Nonsuch 36 represents the pinnacle of the original catketchinspired vision conceptualized by Gordon Fisher and brought to life by designer Mark Ellis and builder George Hinterhoeller. Launched in 1982 as the flagship of the Nonsuch line, the 36 was designed to provide the accommodations of a 45foot traditional sloop within a manageable 36foot hull. By utilizing a single, massive mainsail on an unstayed mast, the 36 eliminated the complexities of standing rigging, shrouds, and multiple headsails, catering to experienced sailors who desired simplicity without sacrificing offshore capability or luxury. It remains one of the most successful examples of "volumebased" naval architecture, where the beam is carried far forward and aft to maximize usable living space.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 74,700
Ask, not sold · 10 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
10 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-7.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United States (70.0%) · Mexico (30.0%)

Recent Listings

13 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Nonsuch 36 listings span 2 countries. United States leads with 7 listings (70.0%), followed by Mexico.

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

Country breakdown

10 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 79,9007070.0%
Mexico$ 69,5003330.0%

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
Catalina 3636.33'$ 35,95017865
Nonsuch 3030.33'$ 39,9005715
Cape Dory 3636.12'$ 44,5002713
Sabre 3636'$ 42,900236
Bowman 3636'$ 39,0481813
Nicholson 3636.25'$ 29,000137
Hinterhoeller Nonsuch 26 Classic26'$ 25,900112
Nonsuch 2626'$ 19,900113
Nonsuch 36You are here$ 74,700103
Nonsuch Nonsuch 30 Classic30.33'$ 37,000103
Nonsuch 3333.42'$ 76,10985

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Nonsuch 36 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Nonsuch 36 over the past 12 months is $74,700. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Nonsuch 36 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Nonsuch 36 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 10 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Nonsuch 36 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Nonsuch 36 has decreased by 7.0% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Nonsuch 36 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Nonsuch 36 listings over the past 12 months are United States (70.0%), Mexico (30.0%).
05Do Nonsuch 36 listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Nonsuch 36 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 22.7% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Nonsuch 36?+
Comparable models include Catalina 36, Nonsuch 30, Cape Dory 36. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.