The Swan 46, designed by the legendary Germán Frers, represents a pivotal moment in the lineage of Nautor’s Swan. Introduced in 1983 as a successor to the Sparkman & Stephens-designed Swan 47, the 46 was the model that arguably cemented Frers’ position as the definitive architect of the modern Swan identity. It was a commercial and critical triumph for the Finnish yard, with 109 hulls produced between 1983 and 1997. The vessel was offered in two distinct iterations: the Mark I, which featured a shorter waterline and a traditional bridge deck, and the Mark II, introduced in 1989, which incorporated a slightly longer waterline, a revised keel profile, and a more streamlined deck house. As a "dual-purpose" yacht, the Swan 46 was engineered to be competitive on the IOR racing circuit while providing the offshore security and interior luxury required for serious global cruising.
Swan 46 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Swan
- Model
- 46
- Builder
- Nautor
- Designer
- German Frers
- Number Built
- 109
- Production Year(s)
- 1983 - 1997
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2025 | 3 | $175,000 |
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $149,500 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $160,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $188,618 |
| Oct 2025 | 2 | $149,417 |
| Jan 2026 | 5 | $178,244 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $212,053 |
| Apr 2026 | 6 | $146,081 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
25.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 18.1% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hylas 46 | 46.25' | $420,000 | 38 | 13 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 46 | 48.5' | $411,737 | 24 | 7 |
| Swan 46 | $160,000 | 19 | 8 | |
| Grand Soleil 46 (Frers) | $111,799 | 18 | 5 | |
| Swan 40 | 39.3' | $117,692 | 14 | 3 |
| Swan 53 | 53' | $371,093 | 9 | 4 |
| Oyster Yachts 46 | 46' | $566,706 | 8 | 3 |
| X-Yachts X-46 | 45.96' | $330,828 | 8 | 2 |
| Swan 55-S&S-1970 | 54.63' | $559,585 | 4 | 0 |
| Swan 47 S&S | 47.83' | $195,000 | 3 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $160,000 | 4 | 1 |
| Spain | $222,804 | 3 | 1 |
| Italy | $212,053 | 3 | 3 |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $75,000 | 2 | 0 |
| Australia | $178,244 | 1 | 0 |
| Germany | $174,355 | 1 | 0 |
| United Kingdom | $202,880 | 1 | 0 |
| Croatia | $146,081 | 1 | 1 |
| Netherlands | $146,081 | 1 | 1 |
| Slovenia | $146,081 | 1 | 1 |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $189,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Swan 46 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Swan 46 over the past 12 months is $160,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Swan 46 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 19 Swan 46 listings over the past 12 months, with 8 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Swan 46 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Swan 46 has decreased by 7.63% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Swan 46?
- Antigua and Barbuda currently has the lowest median asking price at $75,000, while Spain is the most expensive at $222,804 — a 197% difference.
- Do Swan 46 listings get price reductions?
- About 25% of Swan 46 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 18.1% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Swan 46?
- Comparable models include the Hylas 46, Hallberg-Rassy 46, Grand Soleil 46 (Frers). See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.