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MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709

Real Estate Market Report  ·  New Castle County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
190
⇩ 7.8% vs 206 last year
Pending
57
30% pending ratio
Median Price
$610,000
⇧ 3.2% vs $591,000 last year
Average Price
$674,035
⇧ 5% vs $642,217 last year
Days on Market
77
⇧ 6.9% vs 72 days last year

Market Context

Population: 48,954  ·  Density: 243.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $119,790

Typical home value: $416,057  ·  Homeownership: 84.5%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The MIDDLETOWN, DE real estate market (19709) currently shows 190 active listings, with 57 pending sales. Homes are averaging 77 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 16 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 77 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.2% year-over-year, from $591,000 to $610,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 190 this year vs 206 last year
  • Days on market: 77 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $610,000 (+3.2% YoY)
  • Average: $674,035 (+5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.9 miles — 451 listings ($297,855,347 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19709Middletown, DE 197090.0 mi190$128,066,650$610,000$674,035
19701Bear, DE 197016.6 mi50$28,876,450$545,450$577,529
19706Delaware City, DE 197067.5 mi11$4,755,300$419,950$432,300
21915Chesapeake City, MD 219158.8 mi17$48,880,950$375,000$2,875,350
08038Hancocks Bridge, NJ 0803810.4 mi2$612,900$306,450$306,450
19713Newark, DE 1971312.6 mi31$10,772,872$379,900$347,512
21635Galena, MD 2163513.2 mi7$3,167,360$328,500$452,480
21930Georgetown, MD 2193013.8 mi1$199,900$199,900$199,900
21650Massey, MD 2165013.9 mi2$828,900$414,450$414,450
08072Quinton, NJ 0807214.9 mi2$600,000$300,000$300,000
19711Newark, DE 1971115.8 mi68$38,008,600$514,999$558,950
21901North East, MD 2190116.1 mi63$29,513,673$462,990$468,471
21914Charlestown, MD 2191416.9 mi7$3,571,792$429,950$510,256

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709?

As of January 2026, there are 190 active listings in MIDDLETOWN, DE (zip code 19709), compared to 206 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709?

The median listing price in MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709 is $610,000 as of January 2026, a 3.2% increase from $591,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in MIDDLETOWN, DE?

Homes in MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709 spend an average of 77 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 16 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 77 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in MIDDLETOWN, DE?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709 save an estimated $12,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $610,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.