The Watkins 29, introduced in 1981, represents the height of the "volume-first" design philosophy that defined Watkins Yachts during its peak production years. Designed by Walter Scott, who also penned the successful Watkins 27, the 29 was engineered to bridge the gap between the company’s trailerable heritage and its aspirations for serious coastal cruising. With a beam of 10 feet 4 inches—unusually wide for a boat under 30 feet—the Watkins 29 was marketed to sailors who prioritized interior living space and stability over raw racing speed. It features a solid fiberglass hull and a deck cored with balsa, a standard construction method for the Clearwater-based builder that favored durability and cost-effectiveness.
Watkins 29 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Watkins
- Model
- 29
- Builder
- Watkins Yachts
- Designer
- Walter Scott/Watkins
- Number Built
- 60
- Production Year(s)
- 1984 - 1988
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $6,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westerly Konsort 29 | 28.83' | $20,220 | 49 | 21 |
| Sadler 29 | 28.42' | $16,907 | 47 | 28 |
| Hallberg-Rassy 29 | 29.2' | $44,068 | 36 | 14 |
| Moody 29 | 29.53' | $19,181 | 24 | 11 |
| Moody 27 | 27.67' | $16,230 | 13 | 3 |
| Colvic Sailor 29 | 29.5' | $21,302 | 9 | 4 |
| Morgan 32 | 31.92' | $24,950 | 8 | 3 |
| Island Packet 29 | 32' | $58,000 | 7 | 1 |
| Westerly GK 29 | 29' | $17,671 | 5 | 3 |
| Rhodes 29 | 28.5' | $11,781 | 5 | 2 |
| Watkins 29 | $6,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $6,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Watkins 29 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Watkins 29 over the past 12 months is $6,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Watkins 29 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Watkins 29 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Watkins 29?
- Comparable models include the Westerly Konsort 29, Sadler 29, Hallberg-Rassy 29. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.