1987 Custom Monroe 52 For Sale

1987 Custom Monroe 52 for Sale - Spacious Fishing Vessel in Key West, FL

Versatile Design for Fishing Adventures and Comfort

The 1987 Custom Monroe 52, available through Engel & Volkers Yachting, is a well-equipped fishing vessel designed for both serious anglers and leisurely cruising. With a spacious layout that accommodates up to 7 guests, this boat features two cabins, a wet head, and ample storage for all your fishing gear. The Monroe 52 is perfect for those looking to explore the waters while enjoying the comforts of home.

Powerful Performance with Reliable Engines

Powered by twin Detroit 8V92 engines, this vessel has a top speed of 10 knots, making it ideal for reaching your favorite fishing spots quickly. With 4,500 hours on each engine, you can trust in its performance for many more adventures to come. The direct drive system ensures smooth handling and reliability on the water.

Specifications - 1987 Custom Monroe 52

Builder: Eric Gladding
Model: Monroe 52
Year: 1987
Location: Key West, Florida, United States
Length: 53 feet
Beam: 22 feet
Draft: 3.4 feet
Engines: Twin Detroit 8V92
Cabins: 2 (sleeps 7)
Heads: 1 wet head

- 1987 Monroe commercial vessel, expertly built in the Keys for serious commercial use

- Keel laid up by legendary Eric Gladding—renowned for quality and durability

- Purpose-built for lobster, crab, and hook & line fishing with huge 12,000 lbs fish boxes

- Exceptionally well maintained, not your average beat-up commercial boat

- Low hours and fully rigged for professional operations

- Bottom painted: September 2025

Power & Performance:

- 8V92 Detroit (natural) – 4500 hours

- Allison 3:1 MH25

- 8V71 Detroit (newly rebuilt spare) with Allison transmission

- Northern Lights M20crw3.2 (20kw)

Electronics & Navigation:

- Starlink marine offshore WiFi

- 3 Garmin 8616 units

- 2 Garmin VHF with AIS

- Garmin 8610 (rear helm)

- 3kW transducer

- Simrad autopilot

- Custom electronic panel

Fishing Gear:

- Hydro slave steering (new)

- Rear helm

- 4 hydraulic bandit reels

- 4 fish holds (2 in deck, 2 on deck)

- Windlass anchor hauler and hoist

Comfort & Amenities:

- Instahot tankless water heater

- New shower

- New toilet & macerator pump

- All PEX plumbing

- 1600-gallon fuel capacity

- 500-gallon freshwater tank

- 30-gallon hydraulic tank

- Full steel keel with rudder boot

- 7 bunks

- Full galley

- Food freezer, bait freezer, refrigerator

- Blackstone cook top, 2 induction burners

- Newmar battery charger

- 2 new rooftop Dometic Freshjet A/C units

- 1 marine Dometic A/C (3 total)

- New main bulkhead & forward cabin

- New solid aluminum rub rail

Anchoring:

- 75 lb anchor, 60 ft chain, 1200 ft rope

- 2 spare Fortress anchors.

Inquire today for this Key's legendary vessel.

Contact Engel & Volkers Yachting

To learn more or schedule a showing of 1987 Custom Monroe 52, contact Engel & Volkers Yachting today at +1 (941) 326-2339, located in Sarasota, Florida, United States..