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Available Cuddy Cabin, Runabout boats for sale in Sturgeon Bay Wisconsin

  • Free Winterization, Shrink Wrap & Outside Storage Offer Terms: Offer valid with the purchase of an eligible new or pre-owned boat from any participating SkipperBud's location betwe... View Details

  • The 2026 Sea Ray SDX 270 (Stock #223078), located at SkipperBud's in Sturgeon Bay, is a versatile 27-foot sport boat built for cruising, watersports, and full days exploring the wa... View Details

  • Escape the ordinary and dive into adventure with the remarkable SPX 190 Outboard from Sea Ray's prestigious SPX series. This sleek and versatile vessel offers a premium boating exp... View Details

  • This 2009 Crownline 270CR has tons of head room. Great for overnight weekends up the river. The galley is fitted with a sink and pressurized fresh water system, refrigerator, wood... View Details

    $38,000
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Runabout Boats on Boatcrazy

Runabouts are versatile, family-friendly powerboats perfect for cruising, watersports, fishing, or just enjoying a day on the water. Compact yet powerful, runabouts typically range from 16 to 24 feet and feature open seating, a small windshield, and an outboard or sterndrive engine. Their lightweight design makes them easy to tow, launch, and store — ideal for first-time boaters or anyone looking for low-maintenance fun.

Runabouts are a favorite for lakes, bays, and inland waterways, offering a great balance of comfort, speed, and affordability. Whether you're tubing with the kids, exploring a quiet cove, or pulling up to the dockside restaurant, these boats deliver reliable performance with a simple, user-friendly layout.

Explore our full inventory of new and used runabouts from top brands. From sport-oriented bowriders to classic stern-drive cruisers, find the perfect setup for your next adventure on the water.

Runabout Boats manufacturers on Boatcrazy

When looking to buy a fun and versatile Runabout boat, consider these leading Runabout Manufacturers

Sea Ray, Chaparral, Cobalt, Bayliner, Four Winns, Glastron, Formula, Princecraft.

Runabout Boats For Sale by State

Runabout Boats Frequently Asked Questions

What is a runabout boat?

A runabout boat is a small motorboat—typically 16–35 ft long—designed for short trips, watersports, cruising, or fishing. They usually carry 4-8 people and are trailer-friendly and low-maintenance.

Common runabout types include bowriders, cuddy cabins, center consoles, walk-arounds, deck boats, jet boats and high-performance sport performance runabouts—each suited to slightly different activities and crew sizes.

Most runabout boats cruise around 30-50 mph, while performance models can exceed 60 mph, depending on engine type, hull design, and length.

Runabouts are great for day cruising, watersports, casual fishing, tending larger yachts, or just enjoying lake and coastal outings. They offer unmatched versatility for recreational boating.

Prices range from around $5,700 for basic used models up to $600,000+ for high-end new builds. Most new runabouts average under $200,000, depending on brand and specifications.

Pros: easy to tow, low-maintenance, multipurpose for fun. Cons: limited passenger capacity, minimal range, few or no overnight amenities, and less suited to rough offshore conditions.