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Name: Jonathan Chapman

Web Page: http://www.northropandjohnson.com

Bio: Jonathan Chapman was born and raised in Woolwich, Maine across from the shipbuilding city of Bath. He developed a love for yachting at an early age while growing up and cruising on the coast with his family.

While at Wheaton College he spent summers working as dockmaster and launch operator at the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club in Maine, and at the New York Yacht Club in Newport, Rhode Island. He frequently raced in local PHRF and one design fleets during these years, and developed an intense interest in early wooden craft. Attending the Wooden Boat School in Brooklin, Maine he built himself a Nutshell Pram, which has lead to numerous other projects including assisting with the restoration of “PATRIOT”, his 1959 Hodgdon Brothers runabout.

After graduating from Wheaton he spent the next few years employed as mate aboard several motor yachts, both private and charter, cruising the waters of the east and west coasts of the United States, the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, and the Netherlands. These experiences have provided Jonathan with a first hand knowledge about many aspects of yachting, from vessel servicing to their operation and business management.

He began in the yacht brokerage and sales business in 1999 working for a Massachusetts based company which sold and brokered a number of quality production sail and powerboat lines. Having a desire to deal more exclusively with classic, traditional and unique contemporary yachts, Jonathan moved on to work with the well respected firms of Bartram & Brakenhoff in 2001, and International Yacht Collection in 2004, before joining the team of “Gentlemen Brokers” at Northrop and Johnson. He brings expansive medium and large yacht knowledge to both the firm and his clients, and continues to focus on both sales and charter in these markets world wide.

Jonathan has earned a reputation for honesty and integrity, and for going the extra mile for his clients. He is a Florida licensed broker, an active member of YBAA (Yacht Brokers Association of America) and FYBA (Florida Yacht Brokers Association), earned his CPYB (Certified Professional Yacht Broker) designation in 2005, is a member of the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club in Maine, and a licensed captain.

Latest Comments by chapmanyachts

  1. February 7, 2013 about Sailing Yacht AVALON for listed for sale with Northrop and Johnson

    Photo Credit: Billy Black

  2. November 27, 2012 about “SEA LOAFERS III” Westport 112′ For Sale and Charter

    Recently reduced to $3,975,000

  3. June 6, 2010 about MORNING CLOUD 1987 Jongert 78′ Motor Yacht

    Offered for sale through Jonathan Chapman of Northrop and Johnson, Asking price $1,375,000 USD.

  4. May 9, 2010 about Yacht for Sale: 172′ 1900 Schooner VICTORY CHIMES

    Price reduction, now asking $1,200,000 USD

  5. April 13, 2010 about Yacht for Sale: 172′ 1900 Schooner VICTORY CHIMES

    Offered for sale by Central Agent: Jonathan Chapman with Northrop and Johnson. Asking Price $1,500,000 jchapman@nandj.com or +1 401 474 4793

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  1. En-Route to New York City, Sailing Yacht AVALON
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    News: En-Route to New York City, Sailing Yacht AVALON

    June 11, 2013 by chapmanyachts

    Built in 1987 by Southern Pacific Yachts in New Zealand; 108′ “AVALON” has since circumnavigated the globe, completed two successful tours to the South Pacific, and become one of the …

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  2. 2013 Benetti 145' Superyacht CHECKMATE for sale and charter
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    News: 2013 Benetti 145′ Superyacht CHECKMATE for sale and charter

    June 6, 2013 by chapmanyachts

    Jonathan Chapman of Northrop and Johnson’s Newport, RI office, is pleased to announce his appointment as worldwide Central Agent for the 2013 Benetti Vision 145’ M/Y “CHECKMATE”, the most recent …

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  3. Classic Yacht "STINGRAY", 55' 1964 C. Raymond Hunt Design For Sale
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    News: Classic Yacht “STINGRAY”, 55′ 1964 C. Raymond Hunt Design For Sale

    March 7, 2013 by chapmanyachts

    Northrop and Johnson broker Jonathan Chapman is pleased to present “STINGRAY”, one of C. Raymond Hunts most admired designs, for sale. Built in 1964 in Jamestown, Rhode Island, this …

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  4. Sailing Yacht AVALON for listed for sale with Northrop and Johnson
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    News: Sailing Yacht AVALON for listed for sale with Northrop and Johnson

    February 7, 2013 by chapmanyachts

    Jonathan Chapman at Northrop and Johnson is pleased to announce his appointment as Central Agent for sailing yacht “AVALON”, the 108’ Ron Holland designed Ketch. Built in 1987 by …

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  5. NEW LISTING: 2006/2011 55' Hinckley Talaria Flybridge "EXCELLENCE V"
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    News: NEW LISTING: 2006/2011 55′ Hinckley Talaria Flybridge “EXCELLENCE V”

    November 27, 2012 by chapmanyachts

    “EXCELLENCE V” is a truly unique and one of a kind Hinckley Talaria Flybridge 55′, the flagship of the Hinckley line. Purchased by her 2nd and present owner (His 2nd …

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  6. NEW LISTING: 1947 61' Trumpy "RUSTY SU"
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    News: NEW LISTING: 1947 61′ Trumpy “RUSTY SU”

    September 21, 2012 by chapmanyachts

    RUSTY SU is a exceptionally well maintained Trumpy houseboat that has enjoyed consistent and thoughtful upgrading during her present owners 36 years of ownership. Featuring one of John Trumpy’s …

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  7. Hinckley Talaria 55' "THUNDER" Sold!!!
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    News: Hinckley Talaria 55′ “THUNDER” Sold!!!

    September 6, 2012 by chapmanyachts

    Jonathan Chapman of Northrop and Johnson is pleased to report the quick sale of his central listing, the 2005 Hinckley Talaria 55’ “THUNDER” in just 9 weeks. The flagship …

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  8. The Northrop & Johnson Newport office is pleased to announce the sale of TALLY-HO a 78’ Burger. Congratulations to Jonathan Chapman on a fast sale in a slow market!
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    News: The Northrop & Johnson Newport office is pleased to announce the sale of TALLY-HO a 78’ Burger. Congratulations to Jonathan Chapman on a fast sale in a slow market!

    August 17, 2011 by chapmanyachts

    The Northrop & Johnson Newport office is pleased to announce the sale of TALLY-HO a 78’ Burger. Congratulations to Jonathan Chapman on a fast sale in a slow market! Listed …

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  9. "SEA LOAFERS III" Westport 112' For Sale and Charter
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    News: “SEA LOAFERS III” Westport 112′ For Sale and Charter

    May 6, 2011 by chapmanyachts

    Built in 2000, “SEA LOAFERS III” features a fresh new interior designed by IK Yacht Design which has incorporated a number of significant changes, both inside and out, that make …

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  10. "SEA LOAFERS III" For Sale and Charter
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    “SEA LOAFERS III” For Sale and Charter

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    Built in 2000, “SEA LOAFERS III” features a fresh new interior designed by IK Yacht Design which has incorporated a number of significant changes, both inside and out, that make …

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