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LINCOLN, DE 19960

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

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, DE real estate market (19960) currently shows 48 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 284 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 284 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.5% year-over-year, from $525,993 to $565,700.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
48
⇧ 84.6% vs 26 last year
Pending
14
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$565,700
⇧ 7.5% vs $525,993 last year
Average Price
$547,766
⇩ 1.3% vs $554,805 last year
Days on Market
284
⇧ 688.9% vs 36 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$243
vs $243/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,245 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 48 this year vs 26 last year
  • Days on market: 284 now vs 36 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $565,700 (+7.5% YoY)
  • Average: $547,766 (-1.3% 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 22.3 miles — 1,050 listings ($556,906,524 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19960Lincoln, DE 199600.0 mi42$23,045,778$569,000$548,709
19963Milford, DE 199636.0 mi104$53,181,856$399,225$511,364
19968Milton, DE 199688.7 mi152$93,329,064$571,475$614,007
19947Georgetown, DE 1994712.2 mi97$51,084,371$486,250$526,643
19946Frederica, DE 1994612.7 mi19$7,201,361$319,950$379,019
19951Harbeson, DE 1995114.3 mi54$34,668,486$599,900$642,009
19962Magnolia, DE 1996215.8 mi47$20,747,586$449,475$441,438
19979Viola, DE 1997916.3 mi5$3,447,500$606,750$689,500
19973Seaford, DE 1997318.8 mi94$36,064,322$354,875$383,663
19966Millsboro, DE 1996619.9 mi354$193,730,040$454,950$547,260
21632Federalsburg, MD 2163221.4 mi18$4,934,214$259,675$274,123
21639Greensboro, MD 2163921.9 mi26$19,389,396$370,000$745,746
21629Denton, MD 2162922.3 mi38$16,082,550$377,175$423,225

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of April 2026, there are 48 active listings in LINCOLN, DE (zip code 19960), compared to 26 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in LINCOLN, DE 19960 is $565,700 as of April 2026, a 7.5% increase from $525,993 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, DE 19960 spend an average of 284 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 36 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 April 2026, LINCOLN, DE 19960 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 284 days on market compared to 36 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 $11,314 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $565,700. 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.