Boats for Sale in Essex, MD

There are currently 84 boats for sale in Essex, Maryland from 2 local dealers. Inventory is updated daily with new listings from trusted dealers. Prices range from $17,675 to $1,164,345, with an average of $163,445.

Dealers in Essex currently have center consoles, bowriders, fishing boats available. The most popular types are Center Console (50 listings) and Bowrider (32 listings) and Fishing Boat (1 listings). Browse all listings to find the right boat for your needs.

Maryland requires all boaters to have a Boating Safety Certificate to operate a motorized vessel. This applies to all ages. The Maryland DNR offers approved courses online and in person. A temporary certificate is available for visitors from other states.

The Chesapeake Bay is Maryland's crown jewel for boating, offering world-class sailing, crabbing, and fishing. Annapolis is the sailing capital of the US. Deep Creek Lake in western Maryland is popular for freshwater boating. The Eastern Shore creeks and rivers are perfect for exploring.

Maryland charges an excise tax of 5% on boat purchases (with a $15,000 cap on the tax) instead of sales tax. Annual registration fees are based on length and range from $10 for boats under 16 feet to $100+ for larger vessels. Titles are required for all boats.