Oyster 37 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Holman & Pye·1978 – 1981·~40 hulls·Oyster Marine
Oyster 37 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
37' · 11.28 m
Displ.
16,530 lbs · 7,498 kg
First year
1978

The Oyster 37 marks a significant chapter in the evolution of Oyster Marine, representing the brand’s transition from IORinfluenced racing designs toward the highquality performance cruising identity it holds today. Launched in 1978 and designed by the esteemed firm Holman & Pye, the Oyster 37 was developed as a direct evolution of the successful UFO 34 hull. While it retained the competitive DNA of its predecessor, the 37 was engineered with a broader beam and increased volume to accommodate the growing demand for offshore comfort. According to the Oyster Yachts Heritage archive, approximately 30 of these vessels were produced between 1978 and 1981, cementing the model as a rare but respected entry in the builder’s early portfolio. Unlike the later "Deck Saloon" models that became the company's trademark, the 37 features a more traditional, lowprofile coachroof and a sleek, flushdeck aesthetic that appeals to purists of the era.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 53,853
Ask, not sold · 9 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
5
9 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-2.7%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
4
United Kingdom (33.3%) · Portugal (33.3%) · Denmark (22.2%)

Recent Listings

7 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Oyster 37 listings span 4 countries. United Kingdom leads with 3 listings (33.3%), followed by Portugal and Denmark.

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

Country breakdown

9 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 53,8533133.3%
Portugal$ 52,4163233.3%
Denmark$ 66,1652122.2%
Italy$ 33,7411111.1%

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
Sun Sun Odyssey 3737.44'$ 80,1859440
Tartan 3737.29'$ 49,0006222
Pacific Seacraft 3737'$ 135,0004818
Hallberg-Rassy 3737.14'$ 241,6952612
Hunter 3737'$ 18,700209
Moody 3737'$ 67,2571911
Whitby 3737.17'$ 29,000135
Gulfstar 3737'$ 25,000105
Oyster Yachts 37You are here$ 53,85395
CSY 3737.25'$ 27,40087
Oyster Yachts 3940.68'$ 52,35774

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Oyster 37 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Oyster 37 over the past 12 months is $53,853. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Oyster 37 sailboats are for sale?+
5 Oyster 37 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 9 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Oyster 37 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Oyster 37 has decreased by 2.7% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Oyster 37 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Oyster 37 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (33.3%), Portugal (33.3%), Denmark (22.2%).
05Do Oyster 37 listings get price reductions?+
About 67% of Oyster 37 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 9.4% 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 Oyster 37?+
Comparable models include Sun Sun Odyssey 37, Tartan 37, Pacific Seacraft 37. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.