Sell your boat fast!

Selling your boat on Boat Trader costs a flat, upfront listing fee — no commissions, ever. You keep 100% of your sale price. Your fee is based on factors like your boat's location and selling price. Whichever package you choose, you pay just that one upfront fee to list and sell your boat. We never charge additional seller fees or commissions.

Browsing, searching, and contacting sellers is 100% free. You can create a free account to save your favorite boats and find exactly what you're looking for.

To make sure you don't leave money on the table, use our Price Checker Tool. It aggregates real-time data from similar listings across the country to give you a market-based estimate adjusted for your boat's make, model, year, and location, helping you set a competitive price that attracts serious offers. Pricing your boat correctly matters more than almost anything else in how quickly and successfully it sells. A few key factors drive your boat's actual market value:Age: boats typically depreciate 10-15% in the first year, then roughly 5% annually for the next several years, totaling 30-50% by the 10-year mark. Condition and maintenance history: a well-maintained engine with more hours can be worth more than a neglected one with fewer. Boat type: versatile, high-demand types like center consoles and bass boats tend to hold value better than niche or larger boats with a smaller buyer pool. Location: demand and pricing vary by market; boats in high-traffic boating regions typically see stronger interest than those in low-demand areas.

Price it right: Use our Boat Price Checker Tool to get an estimate of your boat's value, then check active listings near you. List every spec: Include exact dimensions, onboard equipment, engine hours, tank capacities, accessories, outfitting, and brand names. The more verified details you include, like your Hull Identification Number (HIN) and accurate engine hours, the more trust you build with potential buyers. Show it off: Get photos of your clean boat from all angles, bow to stern, both in and out of the water (if possible), including varied views of the hull, cockpit, and engine bay. We recommend 10-15 photos; listings with a quick video walkthrough see more engagement. Get your paperwork ready: Have documents like maintenance records on hand to share with potential buyers, or to close the sale quickly once you get an offer. Pro tip: Start your listing on your computer, then finish it at the docks. Use the Boat Trader App to snap photos and upload them directly to your listing.

Absolutely. You have 24/7 control over your listing through your Seller Dashboard on both desktop and the Boat Trader Mobile App.Snap & Sync: Use the app to take fresh photos of your boat at the marina and upload them instantly. Real-Time Edits: Adjust your price, update engine hours, or refresh your description the moment things change. Instant Lead Alerts: Get push notifications the second a buyer messages you — so you never miss a potential sale.

Spring and summer are peak selling season. Buyers are actively shopping as boating season begins.

If you need assistance with your account or listing, please contact us at (866) 373-5602.