A cruise-ready Helia 44 in Puerto Rico, upgraded for self-sufficient blue-water sailing.
Some catamarans are built for the marina; others are built to keep going. S/V Island State of Mind, a 2014 Fountaine Pajot Helia 44, sits firmly in the latter camp — a well-maintained, cruise-ready example presented by Captain Paco Montaner of The Multihull Company in Puerto Rico.
The Helia 44 remains one of Fountaine Pajot’s most beloved designs, prized for its balance of comfort, performance, and offshore capability. Aboard Island State of Mind, that reputation is backed up by an inviting, light-filled salon, a fully equipped galley, and generously proportioned cabins designed for extended cruising rather than weekend hops.
Set Up for Self-Sufficient Cruising
What sets this particular Helia apart is how thoughtfully she’s been prepared for life off the dock. A brand-new AGM battery bank anchors the electrical system, supported by 600 watts of solar and a silent wind generator — enough to keep the boat comfortably self-sufficient at anchor. Brand-new folding props round out the recent upgrades, reducing drag under sail and improving overall performance. It’s the kind of package a serious cruiser would spec themselves, already dialed in and ready to go.
Where the Helia 44 Market Sits
Demand for the Helia 44 has been notably strong. Buyer inquiries on the model have more than doubled over the past month, and the current active fleet is tightly grouped in the mid-four-hundreds.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Recent solds (24 mo.) | 14 |
| Median sold price | $463,500 |
| Median days to sell | ~118 |
| Active listings | 7 |
| Active asking range | $350K–$540K |
| Median Sold | $463,500 | |||
| Median Active Ask | $459,000 | |||
| Low Ask | $350,000 | |||
| High Ask | $540,000 |
Located in Puerto Rico and ready for a private showing, Island State of Mind offers a rare combination — a well-loved Helia 44 with the cruising upgrades already done. As Paco Montaner puts it, your next chapter starts the moment you step aboard.