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WILMINGTON, DE 19803

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇧ 27.3% vs 33 last year
Pending
18
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$579,750
⇩ 24.9% vs $771,625 last year
Average Price
$1,751,810
⇧ 133% vs $751,857 last year
Days on Market
61
⇩ 20.8% vs 77 days last year

Market Context

Population: 21,437  ·  Density: 653.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $122,853

Typical home value: $400,465  ·  Homeownership: 89.6%

Market Analysis

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

The WILMINGTON, DE real estate market (19803) currently shows 42 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 61 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 61 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 24.9% year-over-year, from $771,625 to $579,750.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 33 last year
  • Days on market: 61 now vs 77 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $579,750 (-24.9% YoY)
  • Average: $1,751,810 (+133% 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 10.4 miles — 631 listings ($341,431,846 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19803Wilmington, DE 198030.0 mi42$73,576,020$579,750$1,751,810
19810Wilmington, DE 198102.3 mi32$17,375,328$545,000$542,979
19802Wilmington, DE 198023.0 mi90$21,818,340$229,950$242,426
19807Wilmington, DE 198073.8 mi15$23,519,250$1,387,500$1,567,950
19703Claymont, DE 197034.5 mi15$4,983,165$377,500$332,211
19801Wilmington, DE 198014.9 mi65$16,192,280$211,495$249,112
19061Marcus Hook, PA 190616.2 mi49$14,200,200$224,950$289,800
19014Aston, PA 190147.3 mi25$8,689,175$329,900$347,567
19342Glen Mills, PA 193427.6 mi57$56,342,106$725,000$988,458
08023Deepwater, NJ 080238.0 mi4$897,000$232,000$224,250
08069Penns Grove, NJ 080698.3 mi72$20,402,784$259,000$283,372
19013Chester, PA 190139.4 mi78$13,030,056$159,950$167,052
19348Kennett Square, PA 1934810.4 mi87$70,406,142$580,000$809,266

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, DE 19803?

As of January 2026, there are 42 active listings in WILMINGTON, DE (zip code 19803), compared to 33 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, DE 19803?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, DE 19803 is $579,750 as of January 2026, a 24.9% decrease from $771,625 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILMINGTON, DE 19803 spend an average of 61 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 77 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILMINGTON, DE 19803?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WILMINGTON, DE 19803 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 61 days on market compared to 77 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 19803 save an estimated $11,595 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $579,750. 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.