What boats in California are asking right now
614 live by-owner listings state an asking price. The middle half asks $16,200 to $70,000, median $29,900, about $1,111 per foot. A broker at 10% of that median takes $2,990 — on YachtBazar that stays with you.
California asking price by length
| Length | Listings | Median asking | Median $/ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 20 ft | 26 | $16,000 | $1,000/ft |
| 20–25 ft | 40 | $20,000 | $909/ft |
| 26–30 ft | 23 | $25,900 | $944/ft |
| 31–35 ft | 17 | $43,000 | $1,229/ft |
| 36–40 ft | 18 | $35,000 | $944/ft |
| 41–50 ft | 21 | $99,500 | $2,261/ft |
| 51–65 ft | 9 | $249,900 | $4,462/ft |
The California boat price ladder, cheapest to dearest
| Asking | Listing | Length | Days listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | 1994 Stingray | 20 ft | 79 |
| $9,500 | 1970 Morgan 1970 | — | 100 |
| $10,999 | 1992 Sunbird Neptune 180 cc | — | 133 |
| $12,000 | 1993 Bayliner Trophy 21 Foot | 21 ft | 132 |
| $13,500 | 1995 Caliber 1 206 | — | 34 |
| $15,000 | Searay 170sx Boat | — | 1 |
| $16,200 | 1992 Master craft 240 sc | — | 63 |
| $18,000 | Boat: 1999 Boston Whaler 18' - YAMAHA 150 HP | 18 ft | 8 |
| $19,500 | 2016 Tracker Grizzly | — | 26 |
| $21,000 | 2006 Mastercraft X30 | — | 43 |
| $23,500 | 2007 Yamaha AR 230 | — | 134 |
| $26,000 | 2006 Yamaha ar230 | — | 26 |
| $29,900 | 1999 Bayliner Trophy 2352 FL | — | 96 |
| $32,990 | 2024 Frontier Pontoons 24 Cruiser | — | 1 |
| $39,000 | 2000 Mustang 32' Express Cruiser | 32 ft | 79 |
| $44,500 | 2001 Beneteau 321 | — | 26 |
| $50,000 | 65’ Master Fab Houseboat 1982 | 65 ft | 96 |
| $59,000 | 1985 BLACKMAN BILLFISHER VOLVO DIELEL FISHING BOAT LOW HOURS!! | 30 ft | 140 |
| $70,000 | Striper Seaswirl Ocean Fishing Boat | — | 1 |
| $85,000 | 2018 Ranger 2510 bay boat | — | 14 |
| $99,500 | Ocean Alexander 44’, Sundeck, cockpit MY | 44 ft | 23 |
| $125,000 | Schooner Pilot House 70' Wooden Boat *FOR SALE* Reduced Price! | 70 ft | 138 |
| $198,500 | 2024 North River 4.5 HOURS Commander 23’ | 23 ft | 63 |
| $325,000 | FV Sluice Box | — | 85 |
Who you would be listing against
Of the 857 live California boat listings, 822 are private owners and 35 are brokers or dealers; 280 first appeared in the last 30 days.
Half have been up 57 days or less, a quarter more than 89. Time on the market so far, not time to a sale — sold boats leave the catalog.
Where the boats are listed in California
San Diego (60), Long Beach (26), Los Angeles (25), Marina del Rey (20), Newport Beach (19). Buyers filter by city, so state your marina or nearest town in the listing.
Most-listed brands in California
Sea Ray (34), Bayliner (31), Tracker (26), Catalina (21), Malibu (21).
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Frequently asked questions
What should I ask for my boat in California?
Live by-owner California listings ask $16,200 to $70,000 through the middle half, median $29,900. Asking prices on active listings, not sales.
Is it free to sell my boat in California?
Yes — listing is free and there is no commission on YachtBazar.
Who else is selling in California right now?
822 private owners and 35 brokers or dealers have live listings in California.