Oyster 435 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Holman & Pye·1983 – 1995·~65 hulls·Oyster Marine
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Cutter
LOA
43.42' · 13.23 m
Displ.
29,000 lbs · 13,154 kg
First year
1983

The Oyster 435, designed by the esteemed naval architecture firm Holman & Pye, stands as a cornerstone of Oyster Marine’s transition from a boutique builder of racingderived hulls to a premier manufacturer of worldclass bluewater cruisers. Produced between 1985 and 1994 with approximately 65 units launched, the 435 was one of the first models to truly champion the "Deck Saloon" concept that would become the brand's global signature. Built to Lloyd’s specifications, the hull was designed for serious offshore work, featuring a heavydisplacement GRP layup and a robust, seaworthy profile that appealed to the "goanywhere" sailing community of the late 20th century. While it has since been succeeded by newer generations like the Oyster 45 and 46, the 435 remains a benchmark for structural integrity and timeless design in the secondary market.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 100,778
Ask, not sold · 15 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
8
15 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+4.1%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
6
United Kingdom (57.1%) · Antigua and Barbuda (14.3%) · Italy (7.1%)

Recent Listings

6 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Oyster 435 listings span 6 countries. United Kingdom leads with 8 listings (57.1%), followed by Antigua and Barbuda and Italy.

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

Country breakdown

14 listings · 6 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 100,7788557.1%
Antigua and Barbuda$ 109,0002214.3%
Italy$ 92,929107.1%
Kenya$ 87,341107.1%
United States$ 84,000107.1%
South Africa$ 89,455107.1%

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
Oyster Yachts 5353'$ 455,0002615
Island Packet 43947'$ 700,000179
Oyster 48548.5'$ 295,000167
Alubat Ovni 435$ 284,630166
Oyster 5453.92'$ 638,849169
Oyster Yachts 435You are here$ 100,778158
Oyster Yachts 4951.83'$ 383,379135
Oyster Yachts 3737'$ 53,74295
Oyster Yachts 4646'$ 449,00094
Oyster 4544.33'$ 285,68585
Oyster Yachts 3940.68'$ 52,27974

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Oyster 435 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Oyster 435 over the past 12 months is $100,778. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Oyster 435 sailboats are for sale?+
8 Oyster 435 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 15 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Oyster 435 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Oyster 435 has increased by 4.1% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Oyster 435 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Oyster 435 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (57.1%), Antigua and Barbuda (14.3%), Italy (7.1%).
05Do Oyster 435 listings get price reductions?+
About 50% of Oyster 435 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 0.1% 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 435?+
Comparable models include Oyster Yachts 53, Island Packet 439, Oyster 485. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.