Sabre 36 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Roger Hewson/Sabre·1985 – 1990·~106 hulls·Sabre Yachts
Sabre 36 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
36' · 10.97 m
Displ.
13,200 lbs · 5,987 kg
First year
1985

The Sabre 36, introduced in 1984 as a successor to the popular Sabre 34, represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Sabre Yachts. Designed by the inhouse Sabre Design Team led by Roger Hewson, the vessel was crafted to meet the growing demand for a performanceoriented coastal cruiser that did not sacrifice the "Mainebuilt" aesthetic. During its production run from 1984 to 1988, the Sabre 36 was positioned as a premium alternative to massproduction cruisers, emphasizing structural integrity and handfinished woodworking. It remains a staple of the brokerage market for sailors transitioning from smaller daysailers to serious coastal cruising, often cited for its ability to handle the choppy conditions of the North Atlantic with grace. According to the Sabre 36 Legacy Page, the model was eventually succeeded by the Sabre 362, but the original 36 remains distinct for its classic lines and specific underwater geometry.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 42,900
Ask, not sold · 23 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
6
23 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-18.4%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

8 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Sabre 36 listings span 1 country. United States leads with 22 listings

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

Country breakdown

22 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 42,900225100.0%

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
Dufour Classic 3636.33'$ 80,8627437
Sabre 3434.18'$ 27,5004420
Sabre 3837.83'$ 49,9004017
Sabre 38638.58'$ 169,9003320
Sabre 36236.17'$ 133,200269
Sabre 36You are here$ 42,900236
Sabre 38 Mk II38.67'$ 59,7501812
Sabre 30-129.92'$ 19,500163
Sabre 4241.75'$ 99,900166
Sabre 30-330.58'$ 20,900143
Sabre 28-228.42'$ 14,000124

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Sabre 36 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Sabre 36 over the past 12 months is $42,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Sabre 36 sailboats are for sale?+
6 Sabre 36 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 23 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Sabre 36 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Sabre 36 has decreased by 18.4% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Sabre 36 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Sabre 36 listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
05Do Sabre 36 listings get price reductions?+
About 13% of Sabre 36 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 17.0% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
06What should I look at instead of a Sabre 36?+
Comparable models include Dufour Classic 36, Sabre 34, Sabre 38. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.