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2027 RMK Marine Orca 58M
$48,468,000
Fort lauderdale, Florida
Motor Yachts in Florida for Sale
The world's largest selection of motor yachts — concentrated right here in South Florida — 876 available now
Florida is the motor yacht capital of the world — and that's not marketing language, it's a market fact. More motor yachts are bought, sold, stored, and serviced in Florida than anywhere else on the planet. Fort Lauderdale alone has more yacht berths than Monaco, Antibes, and Palma combined. Miami's marine industry generates over $8 billion annually. And Palm Beach has been the winter home of the world's most significant yachts for over a century. If you're buying a motor yacht, Florida is where the inventory is — and where the deals get done.
Why Florida Dominates the Motor Yacht Market
Three factors make Florida the center of the motor yacht universe. First, geography — year-round boating weather, direct access to the Bahamas, the Keys, and the Caribbean, and the Intracoastal Waterway running the length of the state. Second, infrastructure — more full-service boatyards, marine electronics shops, diesel mechanics, and yacht brokerages per square mile than anywhere in the Western Hemisphere. You can get anything done to any boat in Fort Lauderdale. Third, tax structure — Florida has no state income tax, and its sales tax on boats is capped at $18,000 regardless of purchase price. That cap alone saves buyers of million-dollar yachts tens of thousands compared to buying in New York, California, or Connecticut. These factors create a self-reinforcing cycle: more boats come to Florida, more services develop to support them, which attracts more boats.
Fort Lauderdale — The Yachting Capital
Fort Lauderdale isn't called the Yachting Capital of the World by accident. The city has over 300 miles of navigable waterways, 100+ marinas, and hosts the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show — the largest in-water boat show on earth. The 17th Street Causeway corridor alone has more yacht brokerages than most states have total. For buyers, this concentration means you can see more boats in a single day in Fort Lauderdale than you could in a week anywhere else. Our office is right here, and we can arrange showings on any motor yacht listed on the IYBA MLS within 24 to 48 hours. The service infrastructure is equally impressive — Lauderdale Marine Center, Bradford Marine, Derecktor, and dozens of independent yards can handle everything from bottom paint to complete refits.
What's Available in the Florida Motor Yacht Market
The Florida motor yacht market spans every size, style, and price point. Entry-level motor yachts in the 40 to 50-foot range start around $200,000 for well-maintained older models from Sea Ray, Meridian, and Carver. The mid-market — 50 to 70 feet — is dominated by European builders like Azimut, Princess, Ferretti, and Sunseeker, with pricing from $500,000 to $3 million depending on age and condition. Above 70 feet, you're in the semi-custom and custom territory — Westport, Hargrave, Lazzara, Benetti, and Sanlorenzo — where boats range from $2 million to $20 million and beyond. The Florida market also has a deep selection of American-built motor yachts from Hatteras, Viking (their motor yacht line), and Ocean Alexander. These tend to hold value well and have strong service networks throughout the state.
Buying a Motor Yacht in Florida — What You Need to Know
Florida's yacht purchase process is straightforward but has nuances worth understanding. Sales tax is 6% with a cap of $18,000 — so on a $1 million yacht, you pay $18,000 in tax, not $60,000. That's a significant advantage. If you're buying from out of state, you may owe use tax in your home state, but many buyers establish Florida residency or document their vessel with the Coast Guard to manage this. The survey process typically takes 1 to 2 days for a motor yacht — a full hull survey, engine survey, and sea trial. Budget $15 to $25 per foot for the hull survey and $1,000 to $2,000 per engine for the mechanical survey. Haul-out fees run $10 to $20 per foot. Closing is handled through a yacht closing attorney or escrow company, and the entire process from accepted offer to closing typically takes 30 to 45 days. We handle all of this for our buyers — it's part of the service.
Working with a Florida Motor Yacht Broker
The motor yacht market in Florida moves fast — desirable boats at fair prices sell within weeks, not months. Having a broker who knows the market, has relationships with listing brokers, and can get you on a boat quickly makes a real difference. We've been selling motor yachts in Fort Lauderdale since 1980. We know which boats present well in photos but disappoint in person, which sellers are motivated, and which surveyors and mechanics do the best work. Our access to the IYBA MLS means we can show you every motor yacht listed by every member broker in Florida — not just our own listings. And because we're IYBA members, the listing broker's commission is already built into the price. Our services cost you nothing as a buyer. Call us at 954-527-4848 or start with the AI search above — tell it what you're looking for and it will pull matching inventory from the MLS in seconds.
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Motor Yachts in Florida Available Now
876 listings matching this criteria on the IYBA MLS
2004 Amels
$23,022,300
West Palm Beach, Florida
2000 Feadship
$21,950,000
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2013 Westport Westport 164
$22,500,000
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2028 Ocean King DOGE 500
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Florida
2009 Christensen
$22,250,000
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2005 Trinity Yachts Tri-Deck
$17,900,000
North Palm Beach, Florida
2019 Bilgin
$22,503,000
West Palm Beach, Florida
2002 Christensen Christensen 145
$8,900,000
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2023 Canados Expedition Yacht
$22,964,600
West Palm Beach, Florida
2011 Benetti Benetti Vision 145
$10,450,000
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
1995 Christensen Tri-deck Motoryacht
$3,950,000
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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