The Shannon 50 stands as a definitive expression of Walter Schulz’s "no-compromise" approach to offshore naval architecture. Introduced as the flagship of the Bristol, Rhode Island yard during a period when many builders were transitioning toward lighter, production-line mentalities, the Shannon 50 remained steadfastly a semi-custom, heavy-displacement blue-water cruiser. Each hull was constructed to order, resulting in a fleet where no two vessels are identical, yet all share the unmistakable "Shannon look": a traditional clipper bow, a graceful wineglass transom, and a robust, low-profile coachroof. According to the Shannon Yachts legacy documentation, the 50 was designed specifically to accommodate the needs of a couple sailing without professional crew, emphasizing safety and mechanical redundancy over raw racing speed.
Shannon 50 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Shannon
- Model
- 50
- Builder
- Shannon Yachts
- Designer
- Walter Schutz
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1982 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 | $175,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $550,000 |
| Oct 2025 | 6 | $175,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $229,068 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $79,500 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amel Santorin 46 | 45.93' | $165,376 | 22 | 5 |
| Shannon 50 | $209,000 | 14 | 2 | |
| Shannon 38 | 37.75' | $64,950 | 13 | 4 |
| Sweden Yachts 50 | 50' | $293,340 | 13 | 6 |
| Vindö 50 | 34.94' | $47,123 | 13 | 5 |
| Shannon 43 | 43.83' | $189,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Gulfstar 50 | 50' | $89,500 | 10 | 2 |
| Shannon 28 | 28' | $50,500 | 8 | 2 |
| St. Francis 50 | 50.03' | $895,000 | 8 | 3 |
| Bavaria Yachts Bavaria 50 (1998-2003) | $129,588 | 7 | 1 | |
| Valiant 50 | 50.67' | $355,000 | 4 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $304,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Mexico | $175,000 | 3 | 0 |
| Australia | $229,068 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Shannon 50 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Shannon 50 over the past 12 months is $209,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Shannon 50 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 14 Shannon 50 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Shannon 50 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Shannon 50 has decreased by 30.98% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Shannon 50?
- Mexico currently has the lowest median asking price at $175,000, while United States is the most expensive at $304,000 — a 74% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Shannon 50?
- Comparable models include the Amel Santorin 46, Shannon 38, Sweden Yachts 50. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.