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CLAYTON, DE 19938

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
19
⇩ 20.8% vs 24 last year
Pending
7
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$457,450
⇩ 8.2% vs $498,225 last year
Average Price
$636,886
⇧ 38.1% vs $461,047 last year
Days on Market
122
⇧ 351.9% vs 27 days last year

Market Context

Population: 9,240  ·  Density: 74.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $89,345

Typical home value: $302,290  ·  Homeownership: 85.2%

Market Analysis

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

The CLAYTON, DE real estate market (19938) currently shows 19 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 122 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 122 days on market compared to 27 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.2% year-over-year, from $498,225 to $457,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 19 this year vs 24 last year
  • Days on market: 122 now vs 27 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $457,450 (-8.2% YoY)
  • Average: $636,886 (+38.1% 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 16.8 miles — 442 listings ($236,371,095 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19938Clayton, DE 199380.0 mi19$12,100,834$457,450$636,886
21650Massey, MD 216507.0 mi2$828,900$414,450$414,450
19904Dover, DE 199048.0 mi147$58,739,142$381,750$399,586
21651Millington, MD 216518.5 mi6$2,387,520$412,500$397,920
21649Marydel, MD 216499.2 mi3$1,109,001$355,000$369,667
21635Galena, MD 216359.4 mi7$3,167,360$328,500$452,480
21628Crumpton, MD 2162812.0 mi1$375,000$375,000$375,000
21930Georgetown, MD 2193013.0 mi1$199,900$199,900$199,900
21912Warwick, MD 2191213.2 mi2$1,577,800$788,900$788,900
21640Henderson, MD 2164014.5 mi1$339,900$339,900$339,900
21645Kennedyville, MD 2164514.7 mi7$3,007,200$385,000$429,600
19709Middletown, DE 1970916.1 mi190$128,066,650$610,000$674,035
19962Magnolia, DE 1996216.8 mi56$24,471,888$447,298$436,998

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CLAYTON, DE 19938?

As of January 2026, there are 19 active listings in CLAYTON, DE (zip code 19938), compared to 24 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CLAYTON, DE 19938?

The median listing price in CLAYTON, DE 19938 is $457,450 as of January 2026, a 8.2% decrease from $498,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in CLAYTON, DE 19938 spend an average of 122 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 CLAYTON, DE 19938?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CLAYTON, DE 19938 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 122 days on market compared to 27 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CLAYTON, DE 19938 save an estimated $9,149 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $457,450. 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.