Introduced in 1983 as a more voluminous, comfort-oriented successor to the wildly popular Pearson 30, the Pearson 303 represents the refinement of William Shaw’s design philosophy during the mid-1980s. While the earlier Pearson 30 was a racer-cruiser that excelled in the burgeoning IOR era, the 303 was designed specifically for the coastal cruising family. It stayed in production until 1986, with approximately 250 hulls completed. The boat reflects a shift toward "performance cruising," prioritizing interior headroom, a wider beam for stability, and a simplified rig that a couple can manage without a full racing crew. Built in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, the 303 arrived during a period when Pearson Yachts was perfecting its fiberglass layup techniques, resulting in a hull that remains a staple of the used market for its structural integrity and predictable behavior.
Pearson 303 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Pearson
- Model
- 303
- Builder
- Pearson Yachts
- Designer
- William Shaw
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1983 - 1986
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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 | 3 | $8,000 |
| Apr 2025 | 2 | $13,500 |
| May 2025 | 1 | $18,150 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $19,500 |
| Jul 2025 | 5 | $18,500 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $15,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 7 | $19,900 |
| Oct 2025 | 4 | $13,500 |
| Dec 2025 | 2 | $20,150 |
| Jan 2026 | 4 | $21,950 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $8,900 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $16,990 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearson 303 | $17,570 | 30 | 5 | |
| Pearson 30 | 29.79' | $7,000 | 16 | 3 |
| Pearson 35 | 35' | $25,000 | 13 | 7 |
| Pearson 36 | 36.56' | $22,450 | 12 | 4 |
| Beneteau First 305 | 30.5' | $25,244 | 12 | 6 |
| Pearson 33-2 | 32.5' | $27,450 | 12 | 4 |
| Pearson 34 | 33.79' | $15,500 | 10 | 3 |
| Pearson 26 | 26.12' | $4,500 | 8 | 1 |
| Pearson 365 | 36.42' | $29,500 | 7 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $17,570 | 30 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Pearson 303 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Pearson 303 over the past 12 months is $17,570. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Pearson 303 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 30 Pearson 303 listings over the past 12 months, with 5 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Pearson 303 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Pearson 303 has decreased by 3.3% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Pearson 303?
- Comparable models include the Pearson 30, Pearson 35, Pearson 36. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.