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MILTON, DE 19968

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
148
⇧ 1.4% vs 146 last year
Pending
41
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$589,900
⇧ 5.8% vs $557,493 last year
Average Price
$632,918
⇧ 7.5% vs $588,976 last year
Days on Market
104
⇧ 26.8% vs 82 days last year

Market Context

Population: 15,125  ·  Density: 91.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $77,454

Typical home value: $382,794  ·  Homeownership: 88.7%

Market Analysis

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

The MILTON, DE real estate market (19968) currently shows 148 active listings, with 41 pending sales. Homes are averaging 104 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.8% year-over-year, from $557,493 to $589,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 148 this year vs 146 last year
  • Days on market: 104 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $589,900 (+5.8% YoY)
  • Average: $632,918 (+7.5% 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 23.5 miles — 1,521 listings ($1,075,327,779 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19968Milton, DE 199680.0 mi148$93,671,864$589,900$632,918
19958Lewes, DE 199587.2 mi348$276,910,908$649,900$795,721
19960Lincoln, DE 199608.7 mi40$22,362,360$584,900$559,059
19971Rehoboth Beach, DE 1997111.5 mi176$228,699,856$825,000$1,299,431
19966Millsboro, DE 1996613.4 mi336$178,146,192$444,990$530,197
19954Houston, DE 1995415.3 mi9$3,450,825$384,450$383,425
19933Bridgeville, DE 1993317.5 mi48$20,535,408$418,250$427,821
19967Millville, DE 1996718.5 mi31$16,287,245$522,490$525,395
19945Frankford, DE 1994519.1 mi85$51,478,295$599,450$605,627
08212Cape May Point, NJ 0821220.5 mi7$15,105,419$2,095,000$2,157,917
19973Seaford, DE 1997320.8 mi92$36,365,484$367,500$395,277
19975Selbyville, DE 1997522.0 mi150$108,732,900$594,000$724,886
19943Felton, DE 1994323.5 mi51$23,581,023$479,000$462,373

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MILTON, DE 19968?

As of January 2026, there are 148 active listings in MILTON, DE (zip code 19968), compared to 146 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MILTON, DE 19968?

The median listing price in MILTON, DE 19968 is $589,900 as of January 2026, a 5.8% increase from $557,493 the prior year.

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

Homes in MILTON, DE 19968 spend an average of 104 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MILTON, DE 19968?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MILTON, DE 19968 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MILTON, DE 19968 save an estimated $11,798 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $589,900. 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.