“Octavia had an excellent track record in Delaware in representing both the seller and buyer, which was very important to me during my selection process. In my initial discussions, she shared with me her comprehensive knowledge of real estate in general, and more specifically, the Delaware market. I had total confidence in her abilities, and she exceeded my expectations by having a bona fide offer in less than two weeks of listing the property. We closed 30 days later. I highly recommend Octavia to anyone who is buying or selling property in Delaware. She is a consummate professional with an impressive track record.”
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Delaware City real estate Market Report.
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Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Delaware City
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Delaware City
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Delaware City
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Delaware City
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Delaware City
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Delaware City
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Home prices in Delaware City have climbed steadily over the past year on a rolling three-month basis. The typical home value is up more than 18 percent year over year, while the median list price has risen by about 16 percent. At the same time, months of supply has more than doubled compared with last year, signaling more inventory relative to the pace of sales.
Looking at the latest rolling three-month period ending in September 2026, the typical home value sits around $405,000 with a median list price near $379,000. Homes are taking longer to sell than a year ago, with the median days on market up to 83 days and months of supply at 4.8, suggesting conditions that are closer to balance even though the market gauge still points to a seller’s market.
Sales activity has cooled compared with last year, as homes sold and new listings are both down sharply year over year while pending sales have also declined. Even with slower activity, price performance remains firm, with the average sale-to-list ratio just under 100 percent and about 17 percent of homes selling above the asking price in this rolling three-month window. With these mixed signals in pricing, speed, and inventory, both buyers and sellers in Delaware City can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding an experienced local agent to guide their decisions.
Learn more about what Delaware City has to offer.
Delaware City offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with convenient local amenities, a rich local history, and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation and civic engagement.
Delaware City feels distinct from nearby river towns because of its intimate scale, authentic waterfront, and direct access to both history and nature. Residents enjoy a slower pace than larger neighbors like Wilmington, while remaining close to major routes for commuting.
Life here centers on the riverfront. The promenade along the Delaware River looks out toward Fort Delaware State Park, reached by the seasonal Delaware City–Fort Delaware Ferry. Locals gather at Battery Park for playground time, fishing, and community events, and many weekend routines include a walk or bike ride along the Michael N. Castle Trail. The compact downtown offers small businesses, waterfront dining such as Crabby Dick’s Delaware City, and easy access to the Delaware City Library.
Families appreciate the community feel and access to schools in the Colonial School District, along with regional attractions in New Castle and Newark. Outdoor enthusiasts value quick trips to Lums Pond State Park and the nearby C&D Canal Wildlife Area.
Because Delaware City is small, listings can be limited and move quickly. Whether you are preparing your home for sale or hoping to secure the right property before the next buyer, working with a knowledgeable local agent is essential. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with proven professionals who understand Delaware City’s timing, pricing, and neighborhood nuances.
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“Working with LaShawn was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. She made the entire home-buying process feel much less overwhelming by taking the time to truly listen and understand what we were looking for. She was incredibly easy to talk to, connected with us right away, and never hesitated to pivot whenever our needs or vision changed. LaShawn quickly understood exactly what we were trying to accomplish and guided us through every step of the process with patience and expertise. She educated us on what to expect, was always responsive, communicated clearly, and made sure we felt informed and confident in every decision. Her negotiation skills were outstanding, and we always felt like she had our best interests at heart. To conclude, LaShawn helped us find what we were looking for and close in just over a month! I HIGHLY recommend LaShawn to anyone looking for a realtor who is passionate about what she does!”
“If you're buying or selling in Delaware Kazy is the man to turn to. Extremely knowledgeable and highly professional. He set expectations high and exceeded them repeatedly. Highly recommend him to anyone dealing with real estate buying or selling.”
“With this being my first home buying experience, I had no idea what to expect. Dave Johnson set the standard, if I unfortunately have to use someone else in the future. He made everything very understandable, gave great tips, insight, and clearly explained every step of the process so nothing was lost in translation, and I am extremely satisfied with my experience working with him, and with my purchase several months into homeownership. It's almost like he was born for it.”
“You can't do better than Andy. He took what I thought would be an arduous process and made it a breeze. Got the best deal and walked me through every step and every silly question I had. The best there is.”
“Leslie was an absolute joy to work with! She made the process of selling our property go smoothly and kept us informed every step of the way. Leslie, being the kind person she is, even sent home goodies for our fur babies. We would happily work with her again and highly encourage those who are selling/buying to reach out to this amazing realtor!!”
“As a first time home buyer it was a daunting task but John was always willing to answer my many questions. He was always responsive to my requests and provided recommendations during my search. When it came time to make an offer he helped me understand what a reasonable offer would be and was able to negotiate a price that I was happy with.”
“Alan is the bomb! He is professional, knowledgeable, kind, passionate and driven to make sure his clients are satisfied with their home. He is very patient with the process and very encouraging when there are signs of discourage. We closed on our first home in a little over a year. Thank you Alan and I’ll definitely spread the word about you. Hopefully we’ll work together in the future !!!”
“I just had to give Nicole Duncan of Crown Homes a 5-star review because of our wonderful experience with her! She sold us our new home as well as selling our old home. Nicole is very patient, answered all of our questions, and never got frazzled when there were hiccups along the way. Thank you, Nicole! She also went out of her way to get the correct repair people after the home inspection to make the sale of our old home go smoothly. She communicated with us promptly and found out any answers that she didn’t know. Nicole is a very pleasant person and a trust-worthy professional. We would not hesitate to refer her to our friends and family.”
“Jetta was recommended to me by Octavia and I completely see why she came recommended. She took care of my family and I the entire time even through emergency situations we had to deal with outside of the home purchase. Jetta was reliable, communicative and highly supportive every step of the way. She ensured that we had every answer to question we had. Additionally, Jetta kept our interest as a priority and resolved every issue ethically and efficiently.”
“My fiance and I,are the first time home buyer meaning we were fresh to the process of getting a property but we find Cynthia she makes everything very comforting to know exactly what we were signing for and details,when never we had questions her and her team will make sure we find the great answers always on time,they answered our calls anytime,they went above and beyond I highly recommended them whether is your first time buying a property or multiple time,We thank you so much for your help with buying our home.Your knowledge and expertise made the process smooth and easy to understand for us.”
“Jessy was and still is an amazing realator. She was extremely organized, great at communicating often and checking it and always honest and open with me. She strived to check every aspect of each home that was important to me to be sure I found the perfect house for me. She continues to support me and communicate with me and I'm so happy to have had a friend recommend her to me. Jessy is an absolute delight to work with any anyone would be lucky to have her help in finding and purchasing their first home.”
“Sherry has been more than wonderful and helpful on the purchase of our first home. Her attention to details and knowledge about the market was a great asset to help us to find and secure a property in this crazy market. I highly recommend Sherry and her team.”
“The realtor you partner with will make or break your success in this crazy market, and you need someone who you can trust to give you good advice and who will fight for your best interests. Aaron knows his stuff, gets it done, will listen and have your back, AND he looks good doing it. I could not have done this without him guiding this process. 10/10”
“Tracy was a wonderful agent. She is kind, hinest and extremely down to earth. For her, her job is truly to find you a home you love and is willing to work through the process with you honestly for as long as it takes. She helped me work through the struggles of closing with a calm demeanor and confidence. I couldn’t ask for a better agent!”
“I was stationed in Georgia and moving to Dover. I contacted Erin and she helped work through our home buying hassle-free and even worked with my VA Loan. I also plan on using her for when I need to sell. Very knowledgable as well.”
“Aaron was fantastic to work with. We knew we were moving but not sure when. When we finally were able to move to the local area, he gave us tips and was very knowledgeable. We were able to buy a home within a week of moving to the area because of him.”
“Kevin was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He was also very patient and understanding. I would recommend Kevin as a realtor to anyone looking for a home.”
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