Question 1

What are the specs of the ST FRANCIS 44?

Accepted Answer

The ST FRANCIS 44 has the following specifications: 44.13ft LOA, 23.62ft beam, 3.12ft draft, 15,432.36lb displacement. Hull type: multi. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Twin/Triple.

Question 2

How much does a ST FRANCIS 44 cost?

Accepted Answer

The ST FRANCIS 44 has an average asking price of $196,647, with prices ranging from $129,400 to $315,000 based on 4 listings.

Question 3

Who built the ST FRANCIS 44 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by St Francis Marine (RSF), designed by Angelo Lavranos, first built in 1999, with production ending in 2005.

Question 4

Is the ST FRANCIS 44 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The ST FRANCIS 44 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull. It has a comfort ratio of 8.63, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.8, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the ST FRANCIS 44?

Accepted Answer

The ST FRANCIS 44 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 27.72, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 110.11, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a ST FRANCIS 44?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a ST FRANCIS 44 is estimated at $2.8K – $7.4K. 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 ST FRANCIS 44 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the ST FRANCIS 44 (44.13ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.8K – $7.4K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1750-$3150/year (based on $196,647 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 44.13ft boat: Florida: $7,900-$21,200/year. California: $7,400-$18,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,600-$12,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,600-$15,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,400-$13,800/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,800-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,900-$13,200/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $8K to $37K 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 ST FRANCIS 44?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the ST FRANCIS 44 (44.13ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,900-$21,200/year. California: $7,400-$18,500/year. Massachusetts: $5,600-$12,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. New York: $5,600-$15,400/year + $1,800 winter storage. Maryland: $5,300-$9,500/year. Texas: $3,200-$9,500/year. Washington: $6,400-$13,800/year. Michigan: $3,100-$6,800/year + $1,800 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,800-$9,500/year. South Carolina: $6,900-$13,200/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 ST FRANCIS 44?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the ST FRANCIS 44 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, engine, plumbing, structural, 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 ST FRANCIS 44.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a ST FRANCIS 44?

Accepted Answer

When buying a ST FRANCIS 44, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, engine, plumbing, structural. 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 ST FRANCIS 44 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 ST FRANCIS 44 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The ST FRANCIS 44 is classified as a Catamaran / Multihull by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 44.13ft LOA, comfort ratio 8.63, capsize ratio 3.8, SA/disp 27.72, average price $196,647. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	44.13 ft
LWL	39.7 ft
Beam	23.62 ft
Draft	3.12 ft
Displacement	15,432.36 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.4 kn

Mainsail	675.97 sq ft
Jib (100%)	393.96 sq ft

ST FRANCIS 44

Specifications

Hull

Rig & Sails

About the ST FRANCIS 44

Performance

Estimated Value

Asking price by model year

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

Unlock the full inspection report

Similar Sailboats

Which engine powers your ST FRANCIS 44?

Used sails that fit the ST FRANCIS 44