The Sabre 452 stands as the flagship of Sabre Yachts’ sailing era, representing the culmination of the builder’s "evolutionary" design philosophy before their transition to powerboat production. Launched in 1996 and produced until the mid-2000s, this 45-foot performance cruiser was designed by the Jim Taylor Yacht Design team in collaboration with Sabre’s in-house engineers. It was crafted to satisfy the demands of experienced sailors who sought a vessel capable of crossing oceans with speed and safety while maintaining the exquisite interior woodwork synonymous with Maine craftsmanship. The model’s success was cemented early in its production run when it was named Cruising World’s 1999 Boat of the Year for Best Full-Size Cruiser.
Sabre 452 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Sabre
- Model
- 452
- Builder
- Sabre Yachts
- Designer
- Jim Taylor
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1997 - 2006
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $349,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $282,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $349,950 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $255,417 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance Sun Odyssey 45.2 | 46.42' | $128,410 | 85 | 27 |
| Sabre 38 | 37.83' | $49,900 | 30 | 7 |
| Sabre 34 | 34.18' | $27,500 | 29 | 8 |
| Sabre 402 | 40.18' | $169,000 | 25 | 3 |
| Sabre 362 | 36.17' | $132,750 | 18 | 1 |
| Sabre 36 | 36' | $42,900 | 17 | 1 |
| Sabre 426 | 42.5' | $279,900 | 14 | 4 |
| Sabre 42 | 41.75' | $109,450 | 12 | 4 |
| Sabre 38 Mk II | 38.67' | $58,700 | 12 | 6 |
| Sabre 32 | 32.17' | $22,900 | 7 | 0 |
| Sabre 452 | $324,000 | 6 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $349,950 | 3 | 3 |
| United States | $299,000 | 3 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Sabre 452 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Sabre 452 over the past 12 months is $324,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Sabre 452 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 6 Sabre 452 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Sabre 452 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Sabre 452 has increased by 8.01% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Sabre 452?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $299,000, while Canada is the most expensive at $349,950 — a 17% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Sabre 452?
- Comparable models include the Performance Sun Odyssey 45.2, Sabre 38, Sabre 34. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.