Introduced in the early 1990s as a centerpiece of the company's transition from traditional Sparkman & Stephens designs to the modern era under Tim Jackett, the Tartan 3500 is a quintessential American performance cruiser. Produced between 1991 and 2005, with 152 hulls completed, the model successfully merged a "European" sleekness with the robust, hand-finished quality for which the Ohio-based builder is known. According to Sailing Magazine, the 3500 was a "home run" for Jackett, designed to provide a nimble platform for club racing while maintaining the "elbow room" and amenities required for comfortable family coastal cruising.
Tartan 3500 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Tartan
- Model
- 3500
- Builder
- Tartan Yachts
- Designer
- Tim Jackett
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1993 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $74,900 |
| Jul 2025 | 3 | $89,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $139,000 |
| Nov 2025 | 4 | $99,990 |
| Jan 2026 | 4 | $94,495 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $88,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 | $98,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
16.7% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 9.2% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tartan 3700 | 37' | $159,900 | 30 | 4 |
| Tartan 4000 | 40.67' | $325,500 | 19 | 8 |
| Tartan 3500 | $98,000 | 18 | 5 | |
| Tartan 3400/345 | 34.42' | $180,000 | 15 | 0 |
| Tartan 31 | 31.33' | $34,000 | 14 | 0 |
| Tartan 40 | 40.25' | $89,900 | 14 | 0 |
| Tartan 4300 | 43.08' | $389,995 | 13 | 1 |
| Tartan 34-2 | 34.42' | $32,400 | 12 | 5 |
| Tartan 30 | 29.92' | $11,250 | 12 | 0 |
| Tartan 28 | 28.25' | $23,250 | 10 | 3 |
| Tartan 365 | 36.5' | $437,000 | 4 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $93,950 | 16 | 5 |
| Canada | $119,515 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Tartan 3500 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Tartan 3500 over the past 12 months is $98,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Tartan 3500 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 18 Tartan 3500 listings over the past 12 months, with 5 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Tartan 3500 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Tartan 3500 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Tartan 3500?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $93,950, while Canada is the most expensive at $119,515 — a 27% difference.
- Do Tartan 3500 listings get price reductions?
- About 17% of Tartan 3500 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 9.2% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Tartan 3500?
- Comparable models include the Tartan 3700, Tartan 4000, Tartan 3400/345. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.