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OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
117
⇩ 1.7% vs 119 last year
Pending
29
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$545,000
⇩ 3.5% vs $564,900 last year
Average Price
$605,514
⇧ 1.5% vs $596,442 last year
Days on Market
71
⇩ 1.4% vs 72 days last year

Market Context

Population: 7,639  ·  Density: 316.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $88,739

Typical home value: $449,221  ·  Homeownership: 91.5%

Market Analysis

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

The OCEAN VIEW, DE real estate market (19970) currently shows 117 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 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 selling faster, averaging 71 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.5% year-over-year, from $564,900 to $545,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 117 this year vs 119 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $545,000 (-3.5% YoY)
  • Average: $605,514 (+1.5% 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 25.9 miles — 1,523 listings ($1,009,576,619 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19970Ocean View, DE 199700.0 mi117$70,845,138$545,000$605,514
19930Bethany Beach, DE 199301.6 mi52$74,041,084$1,079,000$1,423,867
19944Fenwick Island, DE 199446.0 mi10$28,643,900$2,299,500$2,864,390
19945Frankford, DE 199457.9 mi85$51,478,295$599,450$605,627
21813Bishopville, MD 218139.7 mi14$8,914,500$544,950$636,750
21842Ocean City, MD 2184212.3 mi523$286,798,556$439,900$548,372
19958Lewes, DE 1995812.4 mi348$276,910,908$649,900$795,721
21811Berlin, MD 2181117.5 mi181$123,636,394$524,000$683,074
19947Georgetown, DE 1994718.1 mi99$51,274,872$478,000$517,928
21850Pittsville, MD 2185021.0 mi6$2,627,700$376,975$437,950
19956Laurel, DE 1995623.8 mi44$16,602,036$350,000$377,319
19941Ellendale, DE 1994124.1 mi24$10,538,016$429,900$439,084
19940Delmar, DE 1994025.9 mi20$7,265,220$349,900$363,261

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970?

As of January 2026, there are 117 active listings in OCEAN VIEW, DE (zip code 19970), compared to 119 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970?

The median listing price in OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970 is $545,000 as of January 2026, a 3.5% decrease from $564,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 71 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970 save an estimated $10,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $545,000. 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.