The X-482 arrived in 1996 as a sophisticated evolution of the performance cruising ethos that X-Yachts had spent nearly two decades perfecting. Designed by Niels Jeppesen, this 48-foot cruiser-racer was intended to occupy the space between the immensely popular X-442 and the flagship X-612. During its production run from 1996 to 2004, exactly 73 units were launched from the Haderslev shipyard, making it a relatively exclusive yet well-established model in the secondary market. The boat was a direct response to a growing segment of sailors who demanded the structural rigidity of an offshore racing machine but required the refined interior volume and finishing of a luxury blue-water cruiser. Built using the shipyard's signature galvanized steel hull girder—a massive internal frame that absorbs loads from the mast and keel—the X-482 is widely regarded by the X-Yachts Heritage archives as a hallmark of the brand’s "stiff, stiffer, stiffest" construction philosophy.
X-Yachts X-482 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- X-Yachts
- Model
- X-482
- Builder
- X Yachts
- Designer
- Niels Jeppesen
- Number Built
- 156
- Production Year(s)
- 1996 - 2004
Below are the most recent X-Yachts X-482 sailboat listings (up to 10).
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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 | 1 | $299,000 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | $217,944 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $299,900 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $375,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | $259,789 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $222,656 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balance 482 | 48.26' | $1,525,000 | 19 | 10 |
| X-Yachts X-43 | 42.42' | $219,845 | 18 | 6 |
| X-Yachts X4⁹ | 49.48' | $764,570 | 11 | 6 |
| X-Yachts X-442 | 44.33' | $175,533 | 9 | 4 |
| X-Yachts X-612 | 60' | $276,847 | 9 | 2 |
| X-Yachts X-412 | 42.33' | $139,500 | 9 | 6 |
| X-Yachts X-362 | 35.1' | $71,091 | 8 | 3 |
| X-Yachts X-332 | 33' | $91,025 | 8 | 1 |
| X-Yachts X-46 | 45.96' | $330,828 | 8 | 2 |
| X-Yachts X-482 | $259,789 | 6 | 1 | |
| X-Yachts XC-42 | 42.03' | $463,197 | 5 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | $268,439 | 3 | 0 |
| Croatia | $222,656 | 1 | 1 |
| Italy | $217,944 | 1 | 0 |
| United States | $299,900 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used X-Yachts X-482 cost?
- The median asking price for a used X-Yachts X-482 over the past 12 months is $259,789. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many X-Yachts X-482 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 6 X-Yachts X-482 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are X-Yachts X-482 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the X-Yachts X-482 has decreased by 14.29% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a X-Yachts X-482?
- Italy currently has the lowest median asking price at $217,944, while United States is the most expensive at $299,900 — a 38% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the X-Yachts X-482?
- Comparable models include the Balance 482, X-Yachts X-43, X-Yachts X4⁹. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.