The St. Francis 44 holds a distinguished place in the history of multihull yachting as the vessel that established South Africa as a premier hub for world-class cruising catamarans. Launched in 1988 and designed by the renowned naval architect Angelo Lavranos, the St. Francis 44 was the debut model for St. Francis Marine, a boutique builder based in St. Francis Bay. Unlike many contemporary catamarans of its era that prioritized interior volume at the expense of seaworthiness, the 44 was engineered specifically for the demanding conditions of the Agulhas Current and the Southern Ocean. Its success paved the way for the later St. Francis 48 and 50 models, which utilized the same design philosophy of slim hull forms and robust construction. The boat is characterized by its high bridge deck clearance—a critical feature for reducing "slamming" in heavy seas—and a build quality that often exceeds modern mass-production standards.
St. Francis 44 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- St. Francis
- Model
- 44
- Builder
- St Francis Marine
- Designer
- Angelo Lavranos
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1999 - 2005
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 4 | $212,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance 44 Performance | 44.85' | $240,000 | 51 | 20 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 44 | 47.41' | $1,038,834 | 15 | 6 |
| Solaris 44 | 44.62' | $558,000 | 13 | 6 |
| St. Francis 50 | 50.03' | $895,000 | 8 | 3 |
| Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44 | 43.75' | $69,000 | 8 | 0 |
| Hylas 44 | 44.17' | $99,000 | 8 | 2 |
| J Boats J/44 | 44.92' | $99,900 | 7 | 0 |
| Wellington 44 | 44' | $24,900 | 5 | 1 |
| St. Francis 44 | $212,500 | 4 | 2 | |
| Dufour 44 | 45.64' | $496,743 | 4 | 3 |
| Frers F&C 44 | $100,136 | 3 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $212,500 | 4 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used St. Francis 44 cost?
- The median asking price for a used St. Francis 44 over the past 12 months is $212,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many St. Francis 44 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 4 St. Francis 44 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are St. Francis 44 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the St. Francis 44 has increased by 17.65% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the St. Francis 44?
- Comparable models include the Performance 44 Performance, Hallberg-Rassy 44, Solaris 44. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.