The Pearson 31 occupies a unique place in the lineage of American production boatbuilding, existing in two distinct iterations that bookend the most successful era of Pearson Yachts. While the original Pearson 31 (often called the 31-1) was introduced in the late 1960s as a traditional cruiser with a shorter waterline and long overhangs, it is the 1987-1991 Pearson 31-2 (or Mark II) that remains a staple of the brokerage market today. Designed by William Shaw, the 31-2 was engineered to maximize interior volume and performance-oriented handling, successfully competing against European imports of the era by offering a more robust, "overbuilt" American alternative. It was one of the last major successes for the Portsmouth-based builder before production ceased in the early 1990s.
Pearson 31 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Pearson
- Model
- 31
- Builder
- Pearson Yachts
- Designer
- William Shaw
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1977 - 1981
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $15,900 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $15,900 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $28,000 |
Price Reduction Insights
100.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 9.1% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearson 303 | 30.29' | $17,570 | 30 | 5 |
| Pearson 30 | 29.79' | $7,000 | 16 | 3 |
| Tartan 31 | 31.33' | $34,000 | 14 | 0 |
| Pearson 35 | 35' | $25,000 | 13 | 7 |
| Pearson 33-2 | 32.5' | $27,450 | 12 | 4 |
| Pearson 34 | 33.79' | $15,500 | 10 | 3 |
| Pearson 39-2 | 39.25' | $45,900 | 9 | 1 |
| Cal 31 | 31.5' | $10,500 | 9 | 2 |
| Pearson 26 | 26.12' | $4,500 | 8 | 1 |
| Pearson 31 | $15,900 | 4 | 1 | |
| Pearson 32 | 31.75' | $6,250 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $15,900 | 4 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Pearson 31 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Pearson 31 over the past 12 months is $15,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Pearson 31 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 Pearson 31 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Pearson 31 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Pearson 31 has increased by 76.1% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Do Pearson 31 listings get price reductions?
- About 100% of Pearson 31 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 9.1% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Pearson 31?
- Comparable models include the Pearson 303, Pearson 30, Tartan 31. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.