Boats for Sale by Owner

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BoutaBoat is a private-seller-only marketplace, which means every boat listed here is sold directly by its owner — no dealers, no brokers, and no consignment inventory. That matters because it keeps prices honest: without a dealer markup, commission, or floor-plan cost built in, the asking price reflects the boat itself, not a showroom's overhead. It also means you're dealing with the person who knows the boat best. You can ask about its real maintenance history, how it was used, and why it's for sale, then arrange to inspect it in person before you commit. There are no middlemen between you and the owner, no financing pressure, and no upsells at a desk. Filter by boat type, length, price, and location to find private-seller boats across the country, and save your search to get notified the moment a matching listing goes live.

1995 Catalina 36 MkII for sale by owner in San Diego, CA — photo 1 of 1Sail
1995 Catalina 36 MkII Cruiser
San Diego, CA

$68,000

1995

Common questions

Are these listings really from private sellers?

Yes. Every boat on BoutaBoat is listed by its private owner, and each seller attests that they're not a dealer or broker. Listings that appear to be dealer inventory can be reported and are reviewed by our moderation team.

Do I need an account to contact a seller?

Browsing is free and doesn't require an account. To message a seller or see their contact info, create a free account — your contact details stay hidden until you choose to reach out.

Can I filter boats by location?

Yes. Use the location or keyword search to find boats in your city, state, or ZIP, or open the map view to see boats plotted near you. Save a search to get email alerts for new matches.

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