Price range
Yachts for Sale €500k to €1M in the Mediterranean
The €500k-€1M segment is the heart of the Mediterranean private-yacht market — 15 to 22 metre flybridges, premium sailing yachts, and high-spec catamarans from the leading European builders. This is where serious owner-operated cruising platforms live: 5- to 15-year-old hulls with strong refit potential, manageable running costs, and four-cabin family-capable layouts.
What to expect
Yachts in the €500,000 to €1,000,000 range.
Premium Italian flybridges (Ferretti 580-680, Pershing 60-72, Azimut 55-70), high-spec sailing yachts (Hallberg-Rassy 48, Oyster 485, Hanse 540-588), and luxury catamarans (Lagoon 50, Bali 5.4, Leopard 50). Typically 5-12 years old, well-equipped, with documented service history. Sea trial and survey expected.
Maiora · 2008
Maiora 20 s
One Owner – Captain and crew maintained since new.
- Length
- 23.8m / 78ft
- Cabins
- 4
- Location
- Croatia
€800,000
Pershing · 2005
Pershing 76
Pershing 76 (2005) for sale in excellent condition.
- Length
- 21.5m / 71ft
- Cabins
- 5
- Location
- Montenegro
€795,000
Ferretti · 2000
Ferretti 80
2000 Ferretti 80 – Exceptional Opportunity This Ferretti 80 represents the pinnacle of Italian craftsmanship, combining timeless design, refined interiors, and strong performance.
- Length
- 23.9m / 78ft
- Cabins
- 4
- Location
- Greece
€900,000
Common questions
Buying in the €500,000 to €1,000,000 range.
- What does a €750k yacht actually look like in the Mediterranean?
- A €750k budget buys a 18-22m flybridge motor yacht from 5-10 years ago (Ferretti 630, Azimut 64, Princess 65), or a 17-20m premium sailing yacht (Hanse 575, Oyster 475, X-Yacht 562), or a near-new 14-15m catamaran (Lagoon 46, Bali 4.6). All three categories offer family-capable cruising and active second-hand markets.
- Do I need a captain for a yacht in this price range?
- For motor yachts over 18m, a captain is highly recommended even for confident owners — handling at speed, marina manoeuvres, and engineering oversight benefit from a professional aboard. For sailing yachts and catamarans up to 17-18m, owner-operated cruising is standard with intermediate experience. A part-time captain (€150-300/day) is the budget-friendly compromise.
- What are the typical running costs in this range?
- Annual budget: berthing €15-35k (Mediterranean averages), insurance €8-15k, maintenance and refit reserve €25-50k, crew (if hired) €30-60k for part-time/part-season, fuel based on usage. Total: roughly €70-150k+ depending on usage and crew model. About 10-15% of asking price annually is a realistic operating budget.
- Is this the right segment for charter monetization?
- Yes — most charter-management economics make sense in the €500k-€2M segment. A €750k catamaran might gross €120-180k charter revenue in a full Mediterranean season, with €40-70k net to owner after OPEX and management fees. NewSail's charter management service models this for every interested owner.