Northeast 400 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Mark Ellis·1995·Cabo Rico
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
42' · 12.8 m
Displ.
21,900 lbs · 9,934 kg
First year
1995

The Northeast 400 represents a sophisticated evolution of the motorsailer concept, blending the design philosophy of Mark Ellis with the artisanal fiberglass construction of the Cabo Rico yard in Costa Rica. Conceived as a highperformance alternative to traditional, sluggish motorsailers, the Northeast 400 was developed as a successor to the Northeast 37. It was designed to appeal to the "seasoned sailor"—those who wish to extend their cruising season or transition from more physically demanding yachts without sacrificing the ability to make meaningful progress under wind power alone. Unlike many pilothouse vessels that suffer from high windage and bloated hull forms, the Northeast 400 maintains a graceful, lowprofile aesthetic that belies its substantial interior volume. According to the Mark Ellis Design portfolio, the vessel was engineered to provide a legitimate sailing experience while offering the protection of an enclosed bridge, a hallmark of the Northeast series.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 154,900
Ask, not sold · 9 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
3
9 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United States (75.0%) · Canada (25.0%)

Recent Listings

8 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Northeast 400 listings span 2 countries. United States leads with 6 listings (75.0%), followed by Canada.

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

Country breakdown

8 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 154,9006275.0%
Canada$ 199,0002025.0%

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 40040.5'$ 99,0004713
Nauticat 3837.5'$ 107,7124523
Catalina 400 Mk II41.5'$ 144,8504420
Nauticat 4443.67'$ 159,9793920
Pilothouse 4242.65'$ 267,601218
Najad 440-143.63'$ 417,3441912
Nauticat 3232.15'$ 91,915157
Nauticat 4039.37'$ 131,850147
Cabo Rico 400You are here$ 154,90093
Ta Shing 40 Pilot House39.83'$ 100,00075
Norseman 40040'$ 97,50063

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Northeast 400 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Northeast 400 over the past 12 months is $154,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Northeast 400 sailboats are for sale?+
3 Northeast 400 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 9 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Northeast 400 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Northeast 400 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Northeast 400 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Northeast 400 listings over the past 12 months are United States (75.0%), Canada (25.0%).
05Do Northeast 400 listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Northeast 400 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 15.8% 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 Northeast 400?+
Comparable models include Catalina 400, Nauticat 38, Catalina 400 Mk II. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.