28 Nord Star 2018 Boat for Sale

28' Nord Star 2018

New on the Market – Rare Nord Star 28

If you’ve been searching for a Targa 27.2, Targa 30.1, Targa 32, or other Targa, the Nord Star 28 deserves a serious look.

Built in Finland, the Nord Star shares the same Scandinavian heritage and all-weather philosophy that has made Targa boats legendary. Designed for year-round cruising, fishing, island commuting, and offshore adventures, the Nord Star 28 delivers exceptional seakeeping, practical functionality, and outstanding build quality in a highly sought-after size.

Purpose-built for the demanding waters of the Pacific Northwest, this boat features a deep-V hull, protected walkaround side decks, dual pilothouse doors, excellent visibility from the helm, and comfortable accommodations for extended cruising. Whether you’re running to the San Juan Islands, crossing the Strait of Georgia, or fishing the Washington coast, this is a boat designed to get you there safely and comfortably.

Power comes from a meticulously maintained Volvo Penta D6-370 diesel with approximately 755 hours, paired with a Volvo Penta DuoProp drive that has been serviced annually. The proven D6 platform is renowned for its reliability, performance, fuel efficiency, and long service life.

Originally equipped with an impressive list of factory options, this Nord Star has also been thoughtfully upgraded with a modern Victron lithium electrical system, including a 300Ah lithium house battery, inverter/charger, solar charging, and intelligent battery management—making extended cruising and anchoring significantly more enjoyable.

Lovingly maintained as an island commuter and family cruiser in the San Juan Islands, the vessel presents beautifully inside and out. The aft cabin has reportedly never been slept in, and the boat shows pride of ownership throughout. Fresh bottom paint completed in February 2026 means she’s ready for immediate cruising.

The intelligently designed interior comfortably sleeps four with:

• Private forward stateroom
• Separate private aft queen berth
• Fully enclosed head with shower
• Well-equipped galley
• Bright, spacious pilothouse with panoramic visibility
• Full diesel heat for true four-season boating

Handling is effortless thanks to the bow thruster, Garmin autopilot, twin sliding helm doors, excellent sightlines, and walkaround decks, making this an outstanding choice for both experienced operators and those looking for an easy-to-manage cruising boat.

Highlights

• Finnish-built premium offshore cruiser
• Volvo Penta D6-370 diesel (~755 hrs)
• Volvo DuoProp drive (annually serviced)
• Sleipner Side-Power bow thruster
• Garmin navigation, radar, AIS, autopilot & VHF
• Victron lithium electrical system with solar
• 300Ah lithium house battery
• Inverter/charger
• Diesel furnace
• Sleeps four in two private cabins
• Enclosed head with hot shower
• Lewmar windlass
• Searchlight
• Fresh bottom paint (February 2026)
• Exceptionally clean and well cared for

For buyers considering a Targa, Nord Star, Sargo, Minor Offshore, or Marex, this Nord Star 28 represents an outstanding opportunity to own one of Finland’s premier all-weather pilothouse cruisers. These boats are rarely available on the West Coast and continue to enjoy an excellent reputation for quality, capability, and resale value.

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Cardinal Yacht Sales.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.