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DOVER, DE 19904

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The DOVER, DE real estate market (19904) currently shows 161 active listings, with 60 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 26 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 risen 11.1% year-over-year, from $383,475 to $425,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 37,387  ·  Density: 334.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,815

Typical home value: $267,792  ·  Homeownership: 63.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
161
⇩ 13.9% vs 187 last year
Pending
60
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$425,950
⇧ 11.1% vs $383,475 last year
Average Price
$426,054
⇧ 8.4% vs $393,041 last year
Days on Market
42
⇧ 13.5% vs 37 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$194
vs $194/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,103 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 161 this year vs 187 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $425,950 (+11.1% YoY)
  • Average: $426,054 (+8.4% 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
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 19.7 miles — 370 listings ($149,574,600 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19904Dover, DE 199040.0 mi143$56,851,795$387,200$397,565
19901Dover, DE 199016.3 mi91$34,592,103$344,950$380,133
19980Woodside, DE 199807.0 mi2$580,000$290,000$290,000
19938Clayton, DE 199388.0 mi18$12,622,032$455,925$701,224
19962Magnolia, DE 199628.8 mi47$20,747,586$449,475$441,438
21649Marydel, MD 216499.9 mi3$1,033,662$308,500$344,554
19946Frederica, DE 1994612.4 mi19$7,201,361$319,950$379,019
21640Henderson, MD 2164014.2 mi0$0$339,900$339,900
21636Goldsboro, MD 2163614.9 mi6$1,428,000$244,249$238,000
21651Millington, MD 2165115.2 mi5$1,516,785$303,750$303,357
19952Harrington, DE 1995217.8 mi31$11,389,276$326,600$367,396
21628Crumpton, MD 2162818.0 mi1$375,000$375,000$375,000
08323Greenwich, NJ 0832319.7 mi4$1,237,000$304,000$309,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DOVER, DE 19904?

As of July 2026, there are 161 active listings in DOVER, DE (zip code 19904), compared to 187 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DOVER, DE 19904?

The median listing price in DOVER, DE 19904 is $425,950 as of July 2026, a 11.1% increase from $383,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in DOVER, DE 19904 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 DOVER, DE 19904?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, DOVER, DE 19904 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 26 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 DOVER, DE?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DOVER, DE 19904 save an estimated $8,519 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $425,950. 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.