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LAUREL, DE 19956

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
44
⇩ 13.7% vs 51 last year
Pending
10
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$350,000
⇩ 9.1% vs $384,945 last year
Average Price
$377,319
⇩ 11.6% vs $426,759 last year
Days on Market
123
⇧ 5.1% vs 117 days last year

Market Context

Population: 15,822  ·  Density: 60.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,633

Typical home value: $206,175  ·  Homeownership: 65.4%

Market Analysis

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

The LAUREL, DE real estate market (19956) currently shows 44 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 123 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 123 days on market compared to 117 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.1% year-over-year, from $384,945 to $350,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 44 this year vs 51 last year
  • Days on market: 123 now vs 117 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $350,000 (-9.1% YoY)
  • Average: $377,319 (-11.6% 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 19.4 miles — 732 listings ($340,482,066 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19956Laurel, DE 199560.0 mi44$16,602,036$350,000$377,319
21875Delmar, MD 218757.3 mi22$8,212,864$327,500$373,312
21861Sharptown, MD 2186110.2 mi10$2,392,710$235,000$239,271
21801Salisbury, MD 2180112.7 mi122$45,558,582$329,900$373,431
19933Bridgeville, DE 1993313.6 mi48$20,535,408$418,250$427,821
19966Millsboro, DE 1996614.1 mi336$178,146,192$444,990$530,197
21830Hebron, MD 2183014.3 mi18$9,284,400$364,950$515,800
21850Pittsville, MD 2185014.9 mi6$2,627,700$376,975$437,950
21826Fruitland, MD 2182616.2 mi26$8,237,736$280,000$316,836
21632Federalsburg, MD 2163217.6 mi22$8,679,110$269,900$394,505
19939Dagsboro, DE 1993918.3 mi48$30,059,136$601,978$626,232
21643Hurlock, MD 2164319.1 mi21$6,402,732$359,500$304,892
21822Eden, MD 2182219.4 mi9$3,743,460$374,900$415,940

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAUREL, DE 19956?

As of January 2026, there are 44 active listings in LAUREL, DE (zip code 19956), compared to 51 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAUREL, DE 19956?

The median listing price in LAUREL, DE 19956 is $350,000 as of January 2026, a 9.1% decrease from $384,945 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAUREL, DE 19956 spend an average of 123 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 117 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAUREL, DE 19956?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LAUREL, DE 19956 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 123 days on market compared to 117 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAUREL, DE 19956 save an estimated $7,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $350,000. 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.