Schaefer Yachts Model Guide
Schaefer 400 on the Florida Gulf Coast
The Schaefer 400 brings stronger accommodations and a sport-yacht feel — for owners who want the Schaefer styling and entertaining experience with more capability and comfort for extended use on Florida's Gulf Coast.
Last updated July 26, 2026
Quick Answer
The Schaefer 400 brings stronger accommodations and a sport-yacht feel — for owners who want the Schaefer styling and entertaining experience with more capability and comfort for extended use on Florida's Gulf Coast.
Expert Verdict
The step up from the 380 for buyers who want more accommodation and presence. [Michael: add insight]
Best For
Who buys the 400
Owners wanting a larger, more capable luxury day-yacht with weekend comfort.
Tampa Bay / Gulf Coast Fit
How it uses the coast
Social, open-air Gulf Coast boating with more room aboard. [Michael]
Layout Analysis
Stronger accommodations, sport-yacht layout. [Michael/confirm]
Ownership Considerations
[Michael]
Strengths
Accommodations, presence, styling. [Michael]
Tradeoffs
Larger size means more dock and dockage demands. [Michael/confirm]
Model-Year Guidance
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Comparable Boats
How the shortlist stacks up
We can also source cross-brand alternatives from the Premium Yacht Marketplace network.
Dock, Lift & Marina
Whether a 400 fits your dock isn't assumed — it's verified.
Fit depends on beam, fully-loaded weight, hull shape, piling placement and water depth — confirmed via a Dock-to-Deck review, never from listed capacity alone.
Current Listings
Available Schaefer 400 inventory
Live inventory matching this model from the Premium Yacht Marketplace network.
No Schaefer 400 currently syndicated.
Michael can source virtually any suitable Schaefer 400 — year, hours or configuration — through the Premium Yacht Marketplace network.
Ready to look at a Schaefer 400?
Inquire about a specific 400, match one to a waterfront home with dock and lift verified, or request a Dock-to-Deck review before you commit.