Rhodes 27 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Philip Rhodes·1939·Henry Nevins
Rhodes 27 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · full
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
39.16' · 11.94 m
Displ.
18,890 lbs · 8,568 kg
First year
1939

The Rhodes 27 represents a pinnacle of postwar yacht design, born from the board of the legendary Philip L. Rhodes and realized through the meticulous craftsmanship of Abeking & Rasmussen. Despite its nomenclature, the vessel is not 27 feet in length; rather, the "27" refers to its original Cruising Club of America (CCA) rating, a testament to its intended purpose as a competitive racercruiser. Measuring approximately 39 feet overall, the Rhodes 27 is often characterized by its narrow beam, graceful overhangs, and a sheer line that has become a benchmark for classic maritime aesthetics. During the 1940s and 50s, these yachts were primarily commissioned by American sailors who sought the superior joinery and structural integrity of the German yard, leading to a fleet that remains highly coveted by traditionalists today.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 103,556
Ask, not sold · 2 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
2 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
Insufficient data
Countries with listings
1
Spain (100.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Rhodes 27 listings span 1 country. Spain 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
Spain$ 103,55620100.0%

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
Contessa 3232'$ 33,6495933
Island Packet 2726.5'$ 29,9004010
Com-Pac 27/229.58'$ 18,500219
Moody 2727.67'$ 14,630209
Rhodes 22 Continental22'$ 14,975163
Cape Dory 2828.1'$ 17,500168
Bianca 2727.08'$ 6,228116
Sabre Yachts 2727'$ 4,704116
Rhodes Bounty38.75'$ 15,00063
Rhodes 1919.17'$ 3,00062
Rhodes 27You are here$ 103,55620

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Rhodes 27 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Rhodes 27 over the past 12 months is $103,556. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Rhodes 27 sailboats are for sale?+
2 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Where are Rhodes 27 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Rhodes 27 listings over the past 12 months are Spain (100.0%).
04What should I look at instead of a Rhodes 27?+
Comparable models include Contessa 32, Island Packet 27, Com-Pac 27/2. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.