The Nordic Folkboat is arguably the most influential small keelboat design of the 20th century, serving as the blueprint for the modern offshore cruiser. Born from a 1941 design competition initiated by the Royal Gothenburg Yacht Club, the vessel was envisioned as an affordable, seaworthy, and simple-to-sail boat for the post-war era. While no single designer won the competition, Tord Sundén was commissioned to synthesize the best elements of the entries into a final plan. The result was a clinker-built (lapstrake) hull with a full keel and a fractional rig that has since seen over 4,000 hulls produced. Today, the class is strictly governed by the Nordic Folkboat International Association, ensuring that even modern fiberglass versions produced by builders like Folkebådscentralen in Denmark maintain the same weight, balance, and performance characteristics as the original wooden icons.
Nordic Folkboat Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Nordic
- Model
- Folkboat
- Builder
- —
- Designer
- Jac Iversen & Tor Sunden/Scandinavian Yacht Racing
- Number Built
- 4000
- Production Year(s)
- 1942 - ??
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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 | 2 | $69,500 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $13,458 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $10,144 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $26,507 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
100.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 33.1% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twister 28 | 28.25' | $16,907 | 18 | 4 |
| Contessa 26 | 25.5' | $10,648 | 16 | 7 |
| Sweden Yachts 50 | 50' | $293,340 | 13 | 6 |
| Nordic 44 | 43.83' | $88,000 | 12 | 4 |
| Maxi 84 | 28.02' | $12,131 | 12 | 3 |
| Sweden Yachts 340 | 34' | $64,500 | 10 | 8 |
| Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20 | 24' | $29,000 | 9 | 4 |
| Norfolk Gypsy | 23.83' | $21,641 | 9 | 3 |
| Marieholm Folkboat | 25.75' | $10,603 | 7 | 3 |
| Nordic Folkboat | $15,640 | 5 | 4 | |
| Luders Luders 33 | 33' | $20,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $13,458 | 3 | 2 |
| Denmark | $21,073 | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Nordic Folkboat cost?
- The median asking price for a used Nordic Folkboat over the past 12 months is $15,640. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Nordic Folkboat sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Nordic Folkboat listings over the past 12 months, with 4 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Nordic Folkboat prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Nordic Folkboat has increased by 34.74% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Nordic Folkboat?
- United Kingdom currently has the lowest median asking price at $13,458, while Denmark is the most expensive at $21,073 — a 57% difference.
- Do Nordic Folkboat listings get price reductions?
- About 100% of Nordic Folkboat listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 33.1% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Nordic Folkboat?
- Comparable models include the Twister 28, Contessa 26, Sweden Yachts 50. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.