5 Used Sportfish Yachts You Can Buy For Under $250K

Affordable Sportfish Boats For Sale In The United States.

Sportfish yachts are powerboats built to arrive at fishing grounds fast, with a hull design capable of cruising through any sea conditions. Some sportfish yachts are equipped with tournament fishing options such as tuna towers, kill boxes, large tackling stations, ice makers, and live bait wells. The interior is often furnished with sleeping berths, a galley for cooking, and plumbing for convenience. Sportfish boats can range in price from as low as $90,000 to upwards of a few million — it just depends on if it’s new or used, size, model, year, and amenities.

If you’re looking for an affordable boat, we found 5 sportfish yachts under $250K, currently for sale with Denison Yachting. These used boats are designed for multi-day outings with family or friends or heading offshore in search of the biggest fish in the deepest waters.

1. 54’ Hatteras 1994

SOPHIA MARIE is the girl next door. She’s a classic 54’ Hatteras 1994 in excellent condition. This sportfish yacht has about 250 hours on rebuilt Detroit engines. She can reach 30 to 35 knots top end, and cruise at 20 knots. Her 3 stateroom, 2 head layout is comfortable and accommodating for guests during extended trips. The open salon with a diagonal galley makes it an easy interior space for socializing when you need a break from the sun. SOPHIA MARIE is aggressively priced under $250,000 and ready to take you on your next fishing or family adventure.

Notable feature: Expansive flybridge with a helm console and plenty of guest seating.

Contact Denison yacht broker Chris Davis to inquire about this yacht.

2. 52’ Hatteras 1985

She may have been born in the 80s, but ZARAY is still in style. She kept up with the trends and shows like new. This 52’ Hatteras 1985 has undergone notable updates to keep her in good condition. During the past 12 months, she received a new bottom job, a new ice blue hull paint job with a black boot stripe, and a new tuna tower leaning pad and Bimini skin. The helm station chairs are sporting new upholstery to keep the driver comfortable while in search of big fish. Her 3 stateroom, 2 head layout has new upholstery throughout. If we were still in the 80s, we’d say ZARAY is bad to the bone.

Notable feature: A modern galley fit for a chef.

Contact Denison yacht broker Mike Mahoney to inquire about this yacht.

3. 50’ Post 1995

We know, PLANS CHANGE. And she’s an affordable 50’ Post 1995 in excellent condition. She boasts a unique 2 stateroom layout with an extended master stateroom. Recent updates to this sportfish yacht include engine services, toilet system upgrade, arid bilge system, and new softgoods. A 13 foot tender with 25 horsepower Yamaha comes with PLANS CHANGE to help you navigate remote locations. She’s perfect for someone who’s looking for a turn-key sportfish yacht under $250K.

Notable feature: She has one of the largest fishing cockpits of any 50 sportfish.

Contact Denison yacht broker Jason Walton to inquire about this yacht.

4. 48’ Oceans Yacht 1987

OLD SKOOL is anything but old school. Her Jersey-style profile and sporty lines will catch any prospective boat owner’s eye. She’s a rare and retro 48’ Super Sport — one of the 167 built during the model’s 5-year production run. This model was designed by naval architect, David Martin and became an overnight sensation that catapulted the 48SS to the forefront of the Ocean Yachts brand. This affordable sportfish yacht received a major refit in 2015 and is now a one-of-a-kind boat. OLD SKOOL sports a new paint job and re-caulk, custom interior, and custom matte-finished woodwork. She’s an affordable used sportfish boat for sale with Denison Yachting.

Notable feature: A 3’6” draft to guide you into shallow waters.

Contact Denison yacht broker Aderbal Coelho Junior to inquire about this yacht.

5. 48′ Egg Harbor 1978

The Egg Harbor 48 is a legendary tournament sportfish yacht — it’s built with style, comfort, and performance in mind. This particular boat is a classic. Serious fishermen will appreciate her large flybridge, tuna tower, outriggers, well-equipped cockpit, and cozy interior. The Furuno electronics package on this boat is impressive — the helm station is equipped with a 72-mile radar, searchlight sonar, GPS Plotter, and commercial fish finder with two frequencies. The 2 stateroom, 2 head layout reveals large wraparound salon windows that provide plenty of natural light. There’s a BBQ and prep station on the bridge to enjoy the catch of the day after a successful fishing trip. Overnight and extended fishing trips are comfortable on this affordable boat for sale under $250K.

Notable feature: A spacious cockpit provides more than enough workspace, and includes a prep station with sink, transom door, live bait well, side lockers, and cockpit helm controls.

Contact Denison yacht broker Jim Dragomir to inquire about this yacht.

These 5 used sportfish yachts are great options if you’re in the market for a comfortable, stylish, and high performing boat at an affordable price. These boats, specifically, are well suited for offshore fishing and cruising. Contact a Denison yacht broker to purchase your next fishing boat.