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  • The 2022 Sea Ray 250 SDX is the perfect blend of luxury, performance, and versatility. Whether you’re looking for a high-performance boat for watersports or a comfortable vessel fo... View Details

    $119,500
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  • This boat is currently available for sale at Buxton Marine in Lewisville, Texas . Contact us today for more details or to schedule a showing!  At Buxton Marine, we believe... View Details

    $114,900
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  • Contact us to find out ALL available savings! Act fast on this limited-time offer! The SPX® 230 Outboard is built to thrill. It combines the powerful performance and agile handling... View Details

    $107,200
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  • 2018 Super Air Nautique G21 ZR4 MPI 6.0L Bimini - Tower Mounted with Surf Pockets Tower Spkrs Prep Kit JL M Series Elite (Pre-Wired 4 Channel Amp) Tower Speakers - 1 Pair 7.7... View Details

    $99,999
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  • 2006 Formula 353 FASTech  Well-maintained freshwater performance in great condition. Custom Sea Dek throughout cockpit and swimplatform, upgraded professionally installed ste... View Details

    $99,900
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  • This 2013 Nautique G23 is currently available for sale at Buxton Marine in Lewisville, Texas . Contact us today for more details or to schedule a showing!  At Buxton Marine... View Details

    $89,999
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  • If you're in search of the perfect combination of luxury, performance, and offshore capabilities, look no further than this 2007 Cobalt 323. Cobalt is known for its sleek design an... View Details

    $89,900
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  • 2015 Super Air Nautique G21 – Legendary Wake Performance Turn heads on and off the water with this 2015 Super Air Nautique G21 , one of the most iconic wake boats ever built. D... View Details

    $89,900
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  • This boat is currently available for sale at Buxton Marine in Lewisville, Texas . Contact us today for more details or to schedule a showing!  At Buxton Marine, we believe... View Details

    $89,900
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  • This boat is currently available for sale at Buxton Marine in Lewisville, Texas . Contact us today for more details or to schedule a showing!  At Buxton Marine, we believe... View Details

    $89,900
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  • This boat is currently available for sale at Buxton Marine in Lewisville, Texas . Contact us today for more details or to schedule a showing!  At Buxton Marine, we believe... View Details

    $89,900
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  • What an absolute creampuff!! This indoor-kept/rack-stored (summer & winter) fresh water 2011 Cobalt 296 is the discerning shopper's dream. The pictures do not deceive; in fact... View Details

    $84,900
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  • 2019 Yamaha 270 SE Engines: Twin Yamaha 1.8 Super Charged Vortex; 250 HP Each; 92 hours LOA: 27’ Beam: 9’ Weight: 5,304 lbs Fuel Cap: 90 gallons Fresh Water Cap: 14... View Details

    $84,900
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  • Price Drop 2015 Crownline 285 SS

    2015 Crownline 285 SS | Big‑Block 380 HP Discover refined performance and family-friendly luxury aboard this 2015 Crownline 285 SS, powered by a MerCruiser 8.2 L big‑block V8 (380 ... View Details

    $79,999
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  • This boat is currently available for sale at Buxton Marine in Lewisville, Texas . Contact us today for more details or to schedule a showing! At Buxton Marine, we believe the ri... View Details

    $79,900
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  • 2014 Grady White 225 Freedom with a Yamaha F-300 XCA and Wesco tandem axle trailer! This very clean 100% freshwater boat is in great condition and has been very well maintained! M... View Details

    $79,500
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  • This boat is currently available for sale at Buxton Marine in Lewisville, Texas . Contact us today for more details or to schedule a showing!  At Buxton Marine, we believe... View Details

    $74,900
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  • Stock #463788 ANY and ALL offers will be put in front of our seller! Submit your offer today! 25 Launch powered by a 300 HP Mercruiser engine, Bravo Three outdrive! This Cris Cr... View Details

    $60,000
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  • This Yamaha 242X is currently available for sale at Buxton Marine in Lewisville, Texas . Contact us today for more details or to schedule a showing!  At Buxton Marine, we b... View Details

    $59,900
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  • 2023 Bayliner VR6 – The Ultimate Freshwater Adventure Awaits Experience the perfect combination of style, performance, and luxury with this 2023 Bayliner VR6, a truly exceptional b... View Details

    $51,999
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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.

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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.