Question 1

What are the specs of the SEAWARD 23?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 23 has the following specifications: 24.5ft LOA, 8.33ft beam, 2.08ft draft, 2,700lb displacement, 899.9lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a SEAWARD 23 cost?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 23 has an average asking price of $20,676, with prices ranging from $2,400 to $38,358 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEAWARD 23 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Hake Yachts, Inc. (USA), designed by Nick Hake, first built in 1984, with production ending in 2002.

Question 4

Is the SEAWARD 23 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 23 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 11.24, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.4, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the SEAWARD 23?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 23 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.92, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 130.15, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEAWARD 23?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEAWARD 23 is estimated at $800 – $2.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a SEAWARD 23 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEAWARD 23 (24.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$350/year (based on $20,676 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 24.5ft boat: Florida: $4,400-$11,800/year. California: $4,100-$10,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,600/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,300/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,300/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,600/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,300/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $17K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a SEAWARD 23?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEAWARD 23 (24.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,400-$11,800/year. California: $4,100-$10,300/year. Massachusetts: $3,100-$6,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,100-$8,600/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $2,900-$5,300/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,300/year. Washington: $3,500-$7,600/year. Michigan: $1,700-$3,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,600-$5,300/year. South Carolina: $3,800-$7,400/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the SEAWARD 23?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the SEAWARD 23 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, deck, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the SEAWARD 23.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEAWARD 23?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEAWARD 23, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel, deck. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the SEAWARD 23 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the SEAWARD 23 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEAWARD 23 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 24.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 11.24, capsize ratio 2.4, SA/disp 21.92, average price $20,676. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	24.5 ft
LWL	21 ft
Beam	8.33 ft
Draft	2.08 ft
Displacement	2,700 lb
Ballast	899.9 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.1 kn

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