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LINCOLN, DE 19960

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Sussex County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
40
⇧ 81.8% vs 22 last year
Pending
9
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$584,900
⇧ 20.6% vs $484,974 last year
Average Price
$559,059
⇧ 15.4% vs $484,517 last year
Days on Market
253
⇧ 241.9% vs 74 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,863  ·  Density: 87.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,596

Typical home value: $233,751  ·  Homeownership: 86.9%

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, DE real estate market (19960) currently shows 40 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 253 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 253 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 20.6% year-over-year, from $484,974 to $584,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 40 this year vs 22 last year
  • Days on market: 253 now vs 74 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $584,900 (+20.6% YoY)
  • Average: $559,059 (+15.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 22.3 miles — 1,023 listings ($534,634,145 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19960Lincoln, DE 199600.0 mi40$22,362,360$584,900$559,059
19963Milford, DE 199636.0 mi97$52,473,411$425,000$540,963
19968Milton, DE 199688.7 mi148$93,671,864$589,900$632,918
19947Georgetown, DE 1994712.2 mi99$51,274,872$478,000$517,928
19946Frederica, DE 1994612.7 mi19$7,564,299$352,450$398,121
19951Harbeson, DE 1995114.3 mi44$28,886,836$579,900$656,519
19962Magnolia, DE 1996215.8 mi56$24,471,888$447,298$436,998
19979Viola, DE 1997916.3 mi5$3,078,750$607,000$615,750
19973Seaford, DE 1997318.8 mi92$36,365,484$367,500$395,277
19966Millsboro, DE 1996619.9 mi336$178,146,192$444,990$530,197
21632Federalsburg, MD 2163221.4 mi22$8,679,110$269,900$394,505
21639Greensboro, MD 2163921.9 mi28$12,002,788$355,000$428,671
21629Denton, MD 2162922.3 mi37$15,656,291$399,000$423,143

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, DE 19960?

As of January 2026, there are 40 active listings in LINCOLN, DE (zip code 19960), compared to 22 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, DE 19960?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, DE 19960 is $584,900 as of January 2026, a 20.6% increase from $484,974 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, DE 19960 spend an average of 253 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 74 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, DE 19960?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LINCOLN, DE 19960 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 253 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LINCOLN, DE 19960 save an estimated $11,698 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $584,900. 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.