The Santa Cruz 50, a seminal creation of Bill "The Wizard" Lee, stands as the quintessential West Coast "sled." Introduced in 1980, this model was the realization of Lee’s "Fast is Fun" philosophy on a grander scale than its predecessors, the Santa Cruz 27 and 33. Designed specifically to dominate the downwind-heavy Transpacific Yacht Race from Los Angeles to Honolulu, the SC50 redefined what a production 50-foot yacht could achieve. By utilizing ultra-light displacement boat (ULDB) principles, Lee produced a hull that was narrow, deep-keeled, and extraordinarily light—tipping the scales at approximately 15,000 to 16,000 pounds, a fraction of the weight of its contemporary competitors.
Santa Cruz 50 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Santa Cruz
- Model
- 50
- Builder
- Santa Cruz Yachts
- Designer
- Bill Lee
- Number Built
- 28
- Production Year(s)
- 1980 - ??
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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 | 4 | $127,500 |
| Oct 2025 | 3 | $225,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $217,500 |
Price Reduction Insights
25.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 10.0% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Yachts X-50 | 50' | $397,011 | 18 | 11 |
| Beneteau First 50 | 49.16' | $269,779 | 17 | 12 |
| Sweden Yachts 50 | 50' | $293,340 | 13 | 6 |
| Catana Catamarans 50 | 49.87' | $1,254,649 | 13 | 6 |
| Santa Cruz 50 | $210,000 | 9 | 0 | |
| St. Francis 50 | 50.03' | $895,000 | 8 | 3 |
| Tripp 47 | 47' | $75,000 | 6 | 4 |
| Santa Cruz 70 | 68' | $319,000 | 5 | 0 |
| Shipman 50 | 49.16' | $203,218 | 4 | 1 |
| CAL 40 | 39.33' | $68,000 | 4 | 2 |
| Santa Cruz 52 | 53' | $280,200 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $210,000 | 9 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Santa Cruz 50 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Santa Cruz 50 over the past 12 months is $210,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Santa Cruz 50 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 9 Santa Cruz 50 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Do Santa Cruz 50 listings get price reductions?
- About 25% of Santa Cruz 50 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 10.0% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Santa Cruz 50?
- Comparable models include the X-Yachts X-50, Beneteau First 50, Sweden Yachts 50. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.