The Northshore 38 stands as one of the most successful performance cruisers ever produced, bridging a unique gap between the Australian and British marine industries. Originally designed by the legendary Joe Adams in the early 1980s, the yacht was the flagship of Northshore Yachts in Australia. However, the design eventually made its way to the United Kingdom, where Northshore Yachts (the builder of the Southerly and Vancouver lines) produced the updated Northshore 380. The vessel is widely regarded as a "sailor’s boat," designed with a focus on hydrodynamic efficiency and a balanced helm rather than the high-volume, apartment-style layouts of modern Mediterranean cruisers. Its reputation for durability and speed has allowed it to remain a staple in both club racing circuits and offshore cruising communities for over four decades.
Northshore 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Northshore
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- Northshore Yachts
- Designer
- Hank Kaufman
- Number Built
- 120
- Production Year(s)
- 1983 - 1995
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 8 | $49,035 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $62,278 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $56,909 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 38 | 38.08' | $35,000 | 51 | 15 |
| Sabre 38 | 37.83' | $49,900 | 30 | 7 |
| Beneteau First 38 | 40.2' | $35,218 | 26 | 8 |
| Sigma 38 | 38.33' | $53,013 | 16 | 5 |
| Baltic 38 DP | 38.08' | $99,900 | 13 | 3 |
| Northshore 33 | 32.75' | $32,929 | 12 | 4 |
| Sabre 38 Mk II | 38.67' | $58,700 | 12 | 6 |
| Northshore 38 | $56,909 | 11 | 4 | |
| Northshore 27 | 26.97' | $20,401 | 10 | 4 |
| Ericson 38 | 37.67' | $39,450 | 10 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | $56,909 | 11 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Northshore 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Northshore 38 over the past 12 months is $56,909. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Northshore 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 11 Northshore 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 4 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Northshore 38 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Northshore 38 has increased by 6.92% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Northshore 38?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 38, Sabre 38, Beneteau First 38. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.