The Pearson 36, specifically the "original" version produced between 1972 and 1975, represents a significant evolutionary step in William Shaw’s design career at Pearson Yachts. Following the success of the Alberg-designed classics, Shaw introduced the 36 as a contemporary performance cruiser aimed at the burgeoning Midget Ocean Racing Club (MORC) and PHRF racing circuits, while still maintaining the build quality required for coastal voyaging. Often referred to by enthusiasts as the "Shaw 36" to distinguish it from the later 36-2 and the 365 ketch, this model features a fin keel and a skeg-hung rudder, moving away from the full-keel traditions of the earlier era. It was a boat designed to be "stiff, fast, and dry," balanced by a high ballast-to-displacement ratio that appealed to the serious offshore sailor of the mid-1970s.
Pearson 36 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Pearson
- Model
- 36
- Builder
- Pearson Yachts
- Designer
- William Shaw
- Number Built
- 103
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - 1976
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 3 | $19,900 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $10,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $19,900 |
| Dec 2025 | 3 | $25,000 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $40,000 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $28,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearson 303 | 30.29' | $17,570 | 30 | 5 |
| Pearson 365 Ketch | 36.42' | $35,000 | 20 | 16 |
| Pearson 36-2 | 36.5' | $26,000 | 17 | 5 |
| Sabre 36 | 36' | $42,900 | 15 | 1 |
| Pearson 30 | 29.79' | $7,000 | 15 | 3 |
| Pearson 36 | $22,450 | 12 | 4 | |
| Pearson 35 | 35' | $26,450 | 12 | 7 |
| Swanson 36 | 35.73' | $45,000 | 11 | 3 |
| Pearson 34 | 33.79' | $16,000 | 9 | 3 |
| Pearson 40 | 39.92' | $55,000 | 8 | 4 |
| Pearson 365 | 36.42' | $29,500 | 7 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $22,450 | 12 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Pearson 36 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Pearson 36 over the past 12 months is $22,450. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Pearson 36 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 12 Pearson 36 listings over the past 12 months, with 4 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Pearson 36 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Pearson 36 has increased by 51.45% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Pearson 36?
- Comparable models include the Pearson 303, Pearson 365 Ketch, Pearson 36-2. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.