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Catalina 22 for Sale
The Catalina 22 is the best-selling trailerable sailboat in American history — and this Catalina 22 for sale is a well-maintained example that’s ready to sail without a project list. She carries a freshly serviced Honda 5hp outboard, new standing rigging, and a clean sail inventory with no major repairs or patches. The Catalina 22 is valued for its forgiving sailing manners, stable cockpit, and swing keel that makes it easy to trailer, launch, and explore shallow anchorages most fixed-keel boats can’t reach. Located in Lake Erie, OH — priced to move, trailer included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — the Catalina 22 is widely regarded as one of the best entry-level sailboats available. Its forgiving hull, stable cockpit, and simple rig make it easy to learn on, and the large owner community means parts, advice, and support are easy to find.
The swing keel version draws only about 18 inches with the keel raised, making it trailerable and suitable for shallow anchorages. The fixed keel version draws around 3'6" and offers slightly better upwind performance but limits where you can go and how you can store the boat.
Yes. The Catalina 22 has a forward V-berth and a convertible dinette that sleeps up to four, with a small enclosed head area. It's a practical weekend cruiser for two adults.
A 4–8hp long-shaft outboard is the standard recommendation. Honda, Yamaha, and Tohatsu four-stroke outboards in this range are the most common choices — reliable, quiet, and fuel-efficient for docking and motoring in light air.
Used Catalina 22s range from around $3,000 for older project boats to $15,000+ for well-maintained examples with recent upgrades. Condition, keel type, sail inventory, and whether a trailer is included are the primary price drivers.
