The St. Francis 48 represents a pivotal era in the evolution of South African multihull construction, serving as the sophisticated bridge between the early Angelo Lavranos-designed 44 and the world-renowned St. Francis 50. Built by St. Francis Marine in the late 1990s and early 2000s, this model refined the "Grace, Space, and Pace" philosophy that founder Duncan Lethbridge championed. Unlike mass-produced French catamarans of the same era, the 48 was a semi-custom affair, often tailored to the specific blue-water requirements of experienced voyagers. Its hull is characterized by a high bridge deck clearance and relatively narrow, efficient hulls that prioritize sea-kindliness over the maximum interior volume found in "condo-marans."
St. Francis 48 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- St. Francis
- Model
- 48
- Builder
- St. Francis Marine
- Designer
- Angelo Lavranos
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2001 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $395,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $425,000 |
Price Reduction Insights
100.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 7.1% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leopard Catamarans 48 | 48.39' | $523,783 | 79 | 43 |
| Dufour Catamarans 48 Catamaran | $777,529 | 45 | 23 | |
| Fountaine Pajot Salina 48 | $494,896 | 38 | 13 | |
| Tayana 48 | 48' | $330,000 | 23 | 6 |
| Cambria 48 | 48.92' | $79,500 | 21 | 10 |
| Swan 48 | 48.49' | $583,147 | 14 | 6 |
| Leopard Catamarans 47 | 46.83' | $292,500 | 14 | 6 |
| St. Francis 50 | 50.03' | $895,000 | 8 | 3 |
| Nautitech 48 Open | 48.13' | $1,201,983 | 8 | 5 |
| St. Francis 48 | $410,000 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grenada | $410,000 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used St. Francis 48 cost?
- The median asking price for a used St. Francis 48 over the past 12 months is $410,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many St. Francis 48 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 St. Francis 48 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Do St. Francis 48 listings get price reductions?
- About 100% of St. Francis 48 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 7.1% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the St. Francis 48?
- Comparable models include the Leopard Catamarans 48, Dufour Catamarans 48 Catamaran, Fountaine Pajot Salina 48. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.