Solaris 48 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

William Tripp III·2008·Solaris Yachts
Solaris 48 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · bulb
Rig
Fractional Sloop
LOA
48.88' · 14.9 m
Displ.
28,219 lbs · 12,800 kg
First year
2008

The Solaris 48 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of the Italian shipyard, serving as a sophisticated bridge between the brand’s smaller performance cruisers and its flagship bluewater yachts. Designed by the renowned Argentinian naval architect Javier Soto Acebal, the 48 was conceived to replace the highly successful Solaris 44 and 48 of previous generations, introducing a hull form characterized by a nearly vertical bow, a wide stern with a subtle chine, and an impeccably clean, flush deck. This model epitomizes the "Performance Cruiser" category, where the priority is placed equally on highspeed sailing and the refined luxury of a Mediterraneanstyle platform. According to the designers at Solaris Yachts, the vessel was engineered specifically to handle the structural loads of a highstability hull while remaining manageable for a couple to sail without professional crew.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 459,576
Ask, not sold · 9 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
6
9 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
Spain (77.8%) · Croatia (11.1%) · Italy (11.1%)

Recent Listings

9 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Solaris 48 listings span 3 countries. Spain leads with 7 listings (77.8%), followed by Croatia and Italy.

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

Country breakdown

9 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Spain$ 464,2307577.8%
Croatia$ 424,6721111.1%
Italy$ 371,5001011.1%

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
Solaris 5050.52'$ 836,7105219
Swan 4848.49'$ 575,9252111
Solaris 64 RS$ 2,885,4422113
Solaris 4444.62'$ 593,141167
Solaris 5857.25'$ 1,221,659158
Solaris 5554.79'$ 1,217,587123
Fountaine Pajot 4846.9'$ 465,0001111
Solaris 48You are here$ 459,57696
C-Catamarans 4849.08'$ 1,499,00095
Grand Soleil 48 Performance52'$ 756,26585
Solaris 4040.55'$ 523,56842

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Solaris 48 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Solaris 48 over the past 12 months is $459,576. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Solaris 48 sailboats are for sale?+
6 Solaris 48 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 9 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Solaris 48 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Solaris 48 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Solaris 48 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Solaris 48 listings over the past 12 months are Spain (77.8%), Croatia (11.1%), Italy (11.1%).
05Do Solaris 48 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Solaris 48 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 13.2% 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 Solaris 48?+
Comparable models include Solaris 50, Swan 48, Solaris 64 RS. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.