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WILMINGTON, DE 19809

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 19809

Bellevue Hills · Cragmere · Cragmere Woods · KynLyn Apartments · Northhurst · Parkridge at Bellevue · Seton · Seton Villa · Wycliff

Market Analysis

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

The WILMINGTON, DE real estate market (19809) currently shows 43 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 23 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 20 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 23 days on market compared to 27 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 23.3% year-over-year, from $307,250 to $378,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 15,529  ·  Density: 887.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $83,923

Typical home value: $289,353  ·  Homeownership: 71.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
43
⇧ 87% vs 23 last year
Pending
26
60% pending ratio
Median Price
$378,750
⇧ 23.3% vs $307,250 last year
Average Price
$343,938
⇧ 15.8% vs $297,012 last year
Days on Market
23
⇩ 14.8% vs 27 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$223
⇧ 16.8% vs $191/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,581 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 43 this year vs 23 last year
  • Days on market: 23 now vs 27 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $378,750 (+23.3% YoY)
  • Average: $343,938 (+15.8% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.6 miles — 499 listings ($272,051,694 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19809Wilmington, DE 198090.0 mi31$11,456,081$405,200$369,551
19801Wilmington, DE 198013.1 mi66$16,407,402$215,000$248,597
19803Wilmington, DE 198033.5 mi47$82,754,498$565,475$1,760,734
19810Wilmington, DE 198104.2 mi34$19,311,150$534,000$567,975
08023Deepwater, NJ 080234.8 mi4$882,500$225,000$220,625
08067Pedricktown, NJ 080674.9 mi5$1,501,900$315,000$300,380
19061Marcus Hook, PA 190616.1 mi52$14,151,540$226,250$272,145
19807Wilmington, DE 198076.5 mi12$21,387,324$1,633,750$1,782,277
19014Aston, PA 190148.2 mi35$12,634,930$320,000$360,998
19317Chadds Ford, PA 193178.7 mi33$48,077,931$1,406,175$1,456,907
19013Chester, PA 190139.1 mi81$13,825,809$154,500$170,689
08070Pennsville, NJ 080709.2 mi64$21,124,864$314,750$330,076
19015Brookhaven, PA 190159.6 mi35$8,535,765$232,450$243,879

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, DE 19809?

As of April 2026, there are 43 active listings in WILMINGTON, DE (zip code 19809), compared to 23 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, DE 19809?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, DE 19809 is $378,750 as of April 2026, a 23.3% increase from $307,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILMINGTON, DE 19809 spend an average of 23 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 27 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILMINGTON, DE 19809?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, WILMINGTON, DE 19809 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 20 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 23 days on market compared to 27 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 19809 save an estimated $7,575 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $378,750. 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.