Nor'Sea 27 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Lyle C. Hess·1976·~450 hulls·Heritage Marine
Nor'Sea 27 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · full
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
27' · 8.23 m
Displ.
8,100 lbs · 3,674 kg
First year
1976

The Nor’Sea 27 is a study in purposeful contradiction: a heavydisplacement, fullkeeled offshore cruiser that is also narrow enough to be legally trailered without special permits. Designed by the legendary naval architect Lyle Hess—famous for the Bristol Channel Cutters used by Lin and Larry Pardey—the Nor’Sea 27 was conceived as a "goanywhere" vessel that does not sacrifice seaworthiness for portability. Since its introduction in 1977, the boat has earned a nearmythic status among solo sailors and couples looking for a robust "pocket cruiser." Its distinctive lapstrakestyle fiberglass hull and canoe stern are visual hallmarks of its Norwegian "Spitzgatter" heritage, a design chosen for its ability to handle following seas with grace. While initially produced by Heritage Marine, the Nor'Sea Yachts company has long been the primary steward of the brand, continuing to offer parts and support for the approximately 450 hulls built.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 19,000
Ask, not sold · 3 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
3 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-47.4%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United States (66.7%) · Mexico (33.3%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Nor'Sea 27 listings span 2 countries. United States leads with 2 listings (66.7%), followed by Mexico.

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

Country breakdown

3 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 14,5002166.7%
Mexico$ 35,0001033.3%

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
Island Packet 2726.5'$ 29,9004010
LM 2727.39'$ 20,8704023
Albin Vega 2727.08'$ 6,6642211
Com-Pac 27/229.58'$ 18,500219
Moody 2727.67'$ 14,633209
Pacific Seacraft Dana 2427.25'$ 59,950194
Bianca 2727.08'$ 6,227116
Sabre Yachts 2727'$ 4,706116
Northshore 2726.97'$ 18,992102
Norseman 40040'$ 97,50063
Nor'Sea 27You are here$ 19,00031

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Nor'Sea 27 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Nor'Sea 27 over the past 12 months is $19,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Nor'Sea 27 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Nor'Sea 27 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 3 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Nor'Sea 27 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Nor'Sea 27 has decreased by 47.4% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Nor'Sea 27 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Nor'Sea 27 listings over the past 12 months are United States (66.7%), Mexico (33.3%).
05Do Nor'Sea 27 listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Nor'Sea 27 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 5.0% 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 Nor'Sea 27?+
Comparable models include Island Packet 27, LM 27, Albin Vega 27. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.