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LAUREL, DE 19956

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

Market Analysis

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

The LAUREL, DE real estate market (19956) currently shows 60 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 56 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.8% year-over-year, from $329,975 to $352,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
60
⇩ 3.2% vs 62 last year
Pending
26
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$352,450
⇧ 6.8% vs $329,975 last year
Average Price
$369,438
⇧ 0.1% vs $368,932 last year
Days on Market
56
⇧ 7.7% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$218
⇧ 4.3% vs $209/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,575 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 60 this year vs 62 last year
  • Days on market: 56 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $352,450 (+6.8% YoY)
  • Average: $369,438 (+0.1% 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
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 19.9 miles — 1,002 listings ($469,377,675 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19956Laurel, DE 199560.0 mi53$18,955,980$352,475$357,660
21875Delmar, MD 218757.3 mi20$7,805,060$329,950$390,253
21861Sharptown, MD 2186110.2 mi10$2,442,350$253,450$244,235
21801Salisbury, MD 2180112.7 mi123$47,485,626$335,000$386,062
19933Bridgeville, DE 1993313.6 mi50$21,960,950$418,850$439,219
19966Millsboro, DE 1996614.1 mi354$193,730,040$454,950$547,260
21874Willards, MD 2187414.6 mi7$2,208,206$283,725$315,458
21804Salisbury, MD 2180415.8 mi167$48,876,391$259,900$292,673
19945Frankford, DE 1994517.1 mi104$64,227,384$599,900$617,571
19941Ellendale, DE 1994118.2 mi32$14,925,376$434,900$466,418
19951Harbeson, DE 1995118.4 mi54$34,668,486$599,900$642,009
19950Greenwood, DE 1995019.2 mi26$11,427,026$432,500$439,501
21856Quantico, MD 2185619.9 mi2$664,800$332,400$332,400

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of April 2026, there are 60 active listings in LAUREL, DE (zip code 19956), compared to 62 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in LAUREL, DE 19956 is $352,450 as of April 2026, a 6.8% increase from $329,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAUREL, DE 19956 spend an average of 56 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 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 April 2026, LAUREL, DE 19956 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 52 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 $7,049 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $352,450. 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.