Peterson 30 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Doug Peterson·1977·Chita Inc.
Approximate drawing

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Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
30' · 9.14 m
Displ.
7,000 lbs · 3,175 kg
First year
1977

The Peterson 30 is a quintessential product of the International Offshore Rule (IOR) era, designed by the legendary Douglas Peterson in the late 1970s as a competitive Half Tonner. Known for its distinct "pintailed" hull shape and aggressive performance profile, the design was licensed and produced by several prominent builders globally, including North American Yachts (as the NA 30) in the United States, Cavalier Yachts in Australia and New Zealand, and Southern Ocean Shipyard in the United Kingdom, where it was marketed as the Contention 30. Despite its origins as a dedicated racer, the boat has transitioned into a popular choice for club racing and coastal cruising, offering a blend of historical pedigree and surprisingly robust construction.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 18,992
Ask, not sold · 2 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
2 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
Insufficient data
Countries with listings
1
Australia (100.0%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Peterson 30 listings span 1 country. Australia leads with 2 listings

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

Country breakdown

2 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Australia$ 18,99220100.0%

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
Beneteau First 30 (Mauric)29.36'$ 67,2573919
Judel/Vrolijk J/3029.83'$ 15,0002111
CS 3030'$ 25,000215
Pearson 3029.79'$ 7,000173
Tartan 3029.92'$ 10,000154
Carter 3029.75'$ 19,524154
Pearson 3433.79'$ 16,000136
Contessa Ood 3433.67'$ 20,197105
Sparkman & Stephens 3030.5'$ 35,00093
Peterson 3433.92'$ 23,40062
Peterson 30You are here$ 18,99220

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Peterson 30 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Peterson 30 over the past 12 months is $18,992. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Peterson 30 sailboats are for sale?+
2 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Where are Peterson 30 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Peterson 30 listings over the past 12 months are Australia (100.0%).
04What should I look at instead of a Peterson 30?+
Comparable models include Beneteau First 30 (Mauric), Judel/Vrolijk J/30, CS 30. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.