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NEW CASTLE, DE 19720

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
86
⇩ 28.9% vs 121 last year
Pending
47
55% pending ratio
Median Price
$319,000
⇩ 1.8% vs $324,950 last year
Average Price
$350,228
⇩ 4% vs $365,008 last year
Days on Market
42
⇧ 13.5% vs 37 days last year

Market Context

Population: 60,514  ·  Density: 610.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,424

Typical home value: $231,996  ·  Homeownership: 68.1%

Market Analysis

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

The NEW CASTLE, DE real estate market (19720) currently shows 86 active listings, with 47 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 35 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.8% year-over-year, from $324,950 to $319,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 86 this year vs 121 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $319,000 (-1.8% YoY)
  • Average: $350,228 (-4% 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 12.4 miles — 613 listings ($272,542,025 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19720New Castle, DE 197200.0 mi86$30,119,608$319,000$350,228
19706Delaware City, DE 197065.2 mi11$4,755,300$419,950$432,300
19713Newark, DE 197135.8 mi31$10,772,872$379,900$347,512
19701Bear, DE 197016.5 mi50$28,876,450$545,450$577,529
19801Wilmington, DE 198016.6 mi65$16,192,280$211,495$249,112
19805Wilmington, DE 198057.0 mi99$23,602,194$225,000$238,406
19806Wilmington, DE 198068.4 mi41$17,952,670$402,475$437,870
19802Wilmington, DE 198028.8 mi90$21,818,340$229,950$242,426
19809Wilmington, DE 198099.6 mi23$7,232,833$357,000$314,471
19807Wilmington, DE 1980710.6 mi15$23,519,250$1,387,500$1,567,950
19803Wilmington, DE 1980311.2 mi42$73,576,020$579,750$1,751,810
08079Salem, NJ 0807911.7 mi58$13,524,208$189,000$233,176
08072Quinton, NJ 0807212.4 mi2$600,000$300,000$300,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEW CASTLE, DE 19720?

As of January 2026, there are 86 active listings in NEW CASTLE, DE (zip code 19720), compared to 121 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEW CASTLE, DE 19720?

The median listing price in NEW CASTLE, DE 19720 is $319,000 as of January 2026, a 1.8% decrease from $324,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEW CASTLE, DE 19720 spend an average of 42 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEW CASTLE, DE 19720?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, NEW CASTLE, DE 19720 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 35 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEW CASTLE, DE 19720 save an estimated $6,380 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $319,000. 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.