The Sunbeam 26, crafted by the Austrian shipyard Schöchl Yachtbau, represents a distinct philosophy in the pocket-cruiser market: the "premiumization" of the small sailing yacht. While many 26-footers from the 1990s were designed for mass-production economy, the Sunbeam 26 was engineered with the same cabinetry standards and structural integrity as Schöchl's larger bluewater cruisers. This model, which eventually evolved into the slightly modernized Sunbeam 26.2, was designed to handle both the light, variable winds of the Alpine lakes and the more demanding coastal conditions of the Adriatic. The builder’s commitment to longevity is evident in the hull’s hand-laid laminate and the extensive use of solid mahogany joinery, which has helped the model retain a higher-than-average resale value decades after its introduction.
Schöchl Sunbeam 26 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $38,302 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $45,945 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
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| Sadler 26 | 25.75' | $12,139 | 18 | 11 |
| Victoria 26 | 26' | $22,993 | 17 | 7 |
| Contessa 26 | 25.5' | $10,648 | 16 | 7 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $16,230 | 13 | 3 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 26 | 26.08' | $19,497 | 10 | 5 |
| Pearson 26 | 26.12' | $4,500 | 8 | 1 |
| Sunbeam 28.1 | 27.89' | $126,054 | 7 | 3 |
| LM 26 | 26.57' | $19,909 | 7 | 4 |
| Sunbeam 44 | 43.96' | $161,839 | 6 | 2 |
| Sunbeam 22.1 | 22.47' | $61,167 | 6 | 0 |
| Schöchl Sunbeam 26 | $42,123 | 2 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
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| Austria | $45,945 | 1 | 1 |
| Switzerland | $38,302 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Schöchl Sunbeam 26 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Schöchl Sunbeam 26 over the past 12 months is $42,123. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Schöchl Sunbeam 26 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Schöchl Sunbeam 26 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Schöchl Sunbeam 26 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Schöchl Sunbeam 26 has increased by 9.07% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Schöchl Sunbeam 26?
- Switzerland currently has the lowest median asking price at $38,302, while Austria is the most expensive at $45,945 — a 20% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Schöchl Sunbeam 26?
- Comparable models include the Sadler 26, Victoria 26, Contessa 26. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.