The Swede 38 is a quintessential example of the Scandinavian "Cruising Square Metre" philosophy, a design lineage that prioritizes slender hull forms, high ballast ratios, and exceptional upwind performance. Originally conceived by the renowned Danish design duo Paul Elvström and Jan Kjærulff, the model was born from the transition of the Fisksätra Varv shipyard into the hands of Helmsman Yachts in the early 1980s. While many of its siblings in the Helmsman stable were penned by Håkan Södergren, the Swede 38 remains a distinct collaboration that sought to merge the speed of an IOR racer with the elegant, "needle-like" aesthetics of traditional Skerry cruisers. According to technical archives at Swedesail, the Swede 38 was developed to offer a more accessible, mid-sized alternative to the larger Swede 55, maintaining the characteristic low freeboard and narrow beam that define the series.
Swede 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Swede
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- Helmsman
- Designer
- Elvström/Kjærulff
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1980 - 1987
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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 | $22,383 |
| Dec 2025 | 1 | $22,383 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | $21,747 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
100.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 16.3% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabre 38 | 37.83' | $49,900 | 30 | 7 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 38 | 37.96' | $92,479 | 22 | 9 |
| Sweden Yachts 45 | 46.42' | $323,932 | 15 | 8 |
| Sweden Yachts 50 | 50' | $293,340 | 13 | 6 |
| Baltic 38 DP | 38.08' | $99,900 | 13 | 3 |
| Sweden Yachts 340 | 34' | $64,500 | 10 | 8 |
| X-Yachts XC 38 | 37.99' | $397,251 | 9 | 5 |
| Comfortina 38 | 38.22' | $82,347 | 7 | 3 |
| Sweden C34 | 34' | $56,710 | 6 | 2 |
| Sweden Yachts 41 | 41' | $70,772 | 5 | 1 |
| Swede 38 | $22,383 | 3 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $22,383 | 2 | 0 |
| Sweden | $21,747 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Swede 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Swede 38 over the past 12 months is $22,383. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Swede 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Swede 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Swede 38 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Swede 38 has decreased by 2.84% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Swede 38?
- Sweden currently has the lowest median asking price at $21,747, while Portugal is the most expensive at $22,383 — a 3% difference.
- Do Swede 38 listings get price reductions?
- About 100% of Swede 38 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 16.3% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Swede 38?
- Comparable models include the Sabre 38, Hallberg-Rassy 38, Sweden Yachts 45. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.