Price range
Yachts for Sale Under €500,000 in the Mediterranean
Yachts under €500,000 in the Mediterranean market typically span 11 to 16 metres LOA — entry-level motor yachts, popular cruising sailboats, and older flybridges from the major Italian and French builders. This segment is where first-time owners enter the market, and where experienced sailors find well-equipped used hulls at value pricing.
What to expect
Yachts in the Under €500,000 range.
At this price point, expect 10-25 year-old hulls in good but not pristine condition. Sailing yachts typically include Beneteau Oceanis 40-46, Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 40-49, Bavaria Cruiser 40-46. Motor yachts include older Sealine, Princess, Bayliner, and Italian semi-custom builders. Catamarans in this range tend to be 2010-2015 Lagoon 380-440, Bali 4.0, Leopard 40.
Admiral · 1994
Admiral Ghibli
This exceptionally well-maintained motor yacht impresses with its timeless elegance and solid construction.
- Length
- 18.9m / 62ft
- Cabins
- 5
- Location
- Greece
€350,000
Classic & Custom Builds · 2025
Wooden Pilot Boat
We propose the purchase of a semi-displacement pleasure boat with a size of 13.13 meters overall and 2,5 width, equipped with 2 Caterpillar 320 hp turbo diesel engines.
- Length
- 13.1m / 43ft
- Cabins
- 2
- Location
- LI
€150,000
Beneteau · 2009
Beneteau Oceanis 46
A prestigious yacht that heralds a new era in the history of cruising yachts.
- Length
- 14.4m / 47ft
- Cabins
- 3
- Location
- Muğla
€170,000
Gobbi · 2004
Gobbi Atlantis 47
The Gobbi Atlantis 47 (2004) is a well-maintained 14.57 m open day cruiser offering performance, comfort, and elegant Mediterranean styling.
- Length
- 14.6m / 48ft
- Cabins
- 2
- Location
- SS
€210,000
Grand Banks · 1972
Grand Banks 42 Classic
Stoic is a 1972 Grand Banks 42 Classic “Woodie” that has undergone an extensive refit and technical upgrade, making her ready for immediate cruising in the Mediterranean.
- Length
- 13.2m / 43ft
- Cabins
- 2
- Location
- Milas Turkey
€129,000
Lagoon · 2008
Lagoon 440
The Lagoon 440 (2008) is a spacious and ocean-capable sailing catamaran designed for comfortable long-distance cruising.
- Length
- 13.7m / 45ft
- Cabins
- 4
- Location
- Italy
€330,000
Jeanneau · 2007
Sun Odyssey 45
The ideal yacht for both family cruising and charter use, ready to moor and presented in excellent general condition.
- Length
- 13.7m / 45ft
- Cabins
- 4
- Location
- Italy
€155,000
Uniesse · 1996
Uniesse 48
The Uniesse 48 Open “Far & Wide” is a refined 48-foot Italian motor yacht combining elegant craftsmanship with strong performance and efficiency.
- Length
- 15m / 49ft
- Cabins
- 3
- Location
- NA
€200,000
Yachting France / Jouet · 1969
Yachting France Jouet Calife 23
The Jouet Calife is a classic sloop designed in the 1970s by renowned French naval architect Philippe Harlé and built by the Jouet shipyard under the Yachting France brand.
- Length
- 6.8m / 22ft
- Cabins
- 1
- Location
- RM
€10,000
Bali · 2018
Bali 4.0
THIS CATAMARAN WILL BE AVAILABLE TO BE DELIVERED TO THE NEXT OWNER 1 OCTOBER 2025 Bali 4.0 offers a spacious and incredible interior design at the same time.
- Length
- 12.0m / 39ft
- Cabins
- 4
- Location
- Croatia
€315,000
Bavaria · 2008
Bavaria 42 sport
Bavaria 42 Sport located in Naples (NA), offered at €190,000 VAT included.
- Length
- 12.9m / 42ft
- Cabins
- 2
- Location
- NA
€190,000
Bavaria · 2020
Bavaria C 45
The 4 cabin Bavaria C45 - Callisto sailing yacht was built in 2020 and is docked in Nydri marina, Greece.
- Length
- 14.4m / 47ft
- Cabins
- 4
- Location
- Greece
€298,500
Beneteau · 2013
Beneteau Oceanis 48
Price negotiable.
- Length
- 14.6m / 48ft
- Cabins
- 5
- Location
- Smirne
€175,000
De Cesari · 1983
De Cesari 65 Sloop Oceanico
“Mona Lisa” is an 18.5-meter offshore sloop signed by Sciomachen and built by De Cesari using a 5-layer West System laminate construction.
- Length
- 18.5m / 61ft
- Cabins
- 4
- Location
- TP
€150,000
Ferretti · 1989
Ferretti Altura 52 S
The Ferretti Altura 52 S is a timeless 15-meter flybridge yacht that blends classic Italian craftsmanship with significant recent upgrades.
- Length
- 15m / 49ft
- Cabins
- 3
- Location
- Croatia
€155,000
Focus Motor Yachts · 2021
Focus Power 36
The Focus Power 36 Hard Top (2021), designed by Tony Castro, is a modern CE Category B sports cruiser that combines performance, safety, and contemporary comfort.
- Length
- 11m / 36ft
- Cabins
- 2
- Location
- Croatia
€285,000
Common questions
Buying in the Under €500,000 range.
- What is the cheapest yacht worth buying in the Mediterranean?
- Below €100k you can find cruising sailboats (Beneteau, Jeanneau, Bavaria) in the 9-12m range that are seaworthy but typically need rig refresh and sail replacement within 1-3 years. Below €60k, expect significant refit needs. The honest entry point for a turnkey Mediterranean cruising experience starts around €120k.
- Can I find a motor yacht under €300,000?
- Yes — 11-14 metre motor yachts from 2005-2015, from builders like Sealine, Galeon, Sessa, Princess (older lines), Cranchi, Sealine. Expect twin diesel propulsion with 800-1500 engine hours, single-cabin or two-cabin layouts, and modest electronics. Surveys here are non-negotiable: at this segment, engine condition is the biggest variable.
- What about financing for a yacht under €500,000?
- Italian and EU banks offer marine loans typically at 30-50% down payment with 7-10 year terms, prime + 1.5-3.0% rates depending on age of yacht and borrower profile. For yachts under €500k the financing process is similar to a high-end automotive loan. NewSail introduces buyers to specialist marine lenders in Italy, France and the UK.
- Are sub-€500k yachts safe for offshore cruising?
- Sub-€500k cruising sailboats are absolutely safe for Mediterranean coastal and inter-island cruising. For genuine offshore passages (Atlantic crossings, Caribbean season) you would typically be looking at older bluewater designs (Hallberg-Rassy, Najad, Amel) in the €250k-€500k range that have been refit for offshore use.