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WILMINGTON, DE 19802

Real Estate Market Report  ·  New Castle County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
90
⇩ 3.2% vs 93 last year
Pending
29
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$229,950
⇧ 4.1% vs $220,950 last year
Average Price
$242,426
⇧ 3.9% vs $233,304 last year
Days on Market
51
⇩ 12.1% vs 58 days last year

Market Context

Population: 26,065  ·  Density: 2,888.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,907

Typical home value: $176,519  ·  Homeownership: 48.3%

Market Analysis

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

The WILMINGTON, DE real estate market (19802) currently shows 90 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 51 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.1% year-over-year, from $220,950 to $229,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 90 this year vs 93 last year
  • Days on market: 51 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $229,950 (+4.1% YoY)
  • Average: $242,426 (+3.9% 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 10.5 miles — 529 listings ($272,267,106 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19802Wilmington, DE 198020.0 mi90$21,818,340$229,950$242,426
19806Wilmington, DE 198061.9 mi41$17,952,670$402,475$437,870
19803Wilmington, DE 198033.0 mi42$73,576,020$579,750$1,751,810
19732Rockland, DE 197323.8 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
19703Claymont, DE 197035.0 mi15$4,983,165$377,500$332,211
19807Wilmington, DE 198075.3 mi15$23,519,250$1,387,500$1,567,950
08069Penns Grove, NJ 080695.7 mi72$20,402,784$259,000$283,372
19060Garnet Valley, PA 190606.7 mi19$14,193,950$617,000$747,050
19808Wilmington, DE 198087.4 mi55$22,556,710$396,950$410,122
19707Hockessin, DE 197078.3 mi34$21,398,104$649,950$629,356
19014Aston, PA 190148.9 mi25$8,689,175$329,900$347,567
19013Chester, PA 1901310.2 mi78$13,030,056$159,950$167,052
08085Swedesboro, NJ 0808510.5 mi42$29,547,882$405,000$703,521

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, DE 19802?

As of January 2026, there are 90 active listings in WILMINGTON, DE (zip code 19802), compared to 93 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, DE 19802?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, DE 19802 is $229,950 as of January 2026, a 4.1% increase from $220,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILMINGTON, DE 19802 spend an average of 51 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILMINGTON, DE 19802?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WILMINGTON, DE 19802 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WILMINGTON, DE 19802 save an estimated $4,599 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $229,950. 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.