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Delaware City real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Delaware City real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Median sale price
$400K
-11%
from
Q1 '26
Median list price
$391K
+8%
from
Q1 '26
Active listings
23
+28%
from
Q1 '26
Homes sold
9
+50%
from
Q1 '26
New pendings
9
No change
from
Q1 '26
New listings
13
+63%
from
Q1 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Delaware City
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Delaware City
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Delaware City
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Delaware City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Delaware City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Delaware City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
26
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026 - Jun 2026).
Year over year, Delaware City’s rolling three-month home values have climbed noticeably, with the typical home value up nearly 16 percent. Median list prices are also higher than a year ago, rising around 12 percent, which points to sellers testing stronger pricing. At the same time, the inventory picture has shifted, with active listings up almost 79 percent and new listings up about 46 percent compared with last year, giving buyers more options than they had before.
Looking at the latest rolling three-month period ending in June 2026, the typical home value sits just under $400,000, while the median list price is slightly lower. Homes are taking longer to sell than a year ago, with a median of 65 days on market, and months of supply has expanded to 4.6, indicating more breathing room for buyers even though conditions still lean toward sellers.
Sales activity has picked up, with homes sold increasing about 32 percent year over year and pending sales nearly 30 percent. Despite this, only about 22 percent of recent sales closed above list price, and the average sale-to-list ratio hovers just above 98 percent, suggesting buyers have some negotiating power. With these mixed signals of rising prices, growing inventory, and moderate seller leverage, both buyers and sellers in Delaware City can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding an agent who understands the local numbers and how to use them.
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.
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“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.”
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
“Edward Cole was friendly and knowledgable. He helped us navigate a confusing home buying process with ease and connected us with great services to help us along the way. Appreciate his contributions immensely!”
Springer Realty Group
“Working with Joe Walker as our real estate agent in Delaware was an outstanding experience from start to finish. His deep knowledge of the local market gave us confidence at every stage of the process, and he consistently provided clear, well-informed guidance that helped us make the right decisions. Joe was incredibly responsive and accessible, always making himself available to answer questions and keep us updated, which made a stressful process feel much more manageable. What truly set Joe apart was how well he listened to our needs and priorities in a home. He was patient throughout the journey, never rushing us, and remained supportive as we worked through various challenges along the way. His communication was always clear and transparent, and his personable approach made us feel comfortable and valued as clients. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner in purchasing our home and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and professional real estate agent.”
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
“Margaret helped us in so many ways. Especially because we needed to dispose of everything in the house. Great personality. Would recommend her to everyone.”
Century 21 Gold Key
“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.”
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
“Mary Ann understood what I wanted and found just the right home! I could not be happier with the price we paid. She helped get us a credit after the inspection showed plumbing issues. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a home.”
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
“Mike was with me every step of the process of buying my first home. He is extremely knowledgeable and helped make this process easily and hassle free. He was always available for a showing and answered any questions in a timely manner.”
Century 21 Emerald
“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.”
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
“Cathy was great to work with! She was very responsive and as soon as I placed my request, she contacted me and got things in motion. Thank you for all your help.”
Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate
“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.”
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
“Very happy with every aspect in dealing with Dan and Denise.”
eXp Realty
“Chris Pataki was our agent and when I tell you that there is no one better, believe me. There isn't. Chris was responsive, caring, concerned, and a guiding force through our home buying process. He found us a beautiful home that appraised over the asking price and in a very competitive market. Chris is knowledgeable and goes beyond expectations making sure that our closing was smooth and our home ready for move-in. If you are looking for a realtor who just doesn't sell you a home but helps you acclimate to a location, he is your guy. Coming from the Penn State area, he was able to explain neighborhoods and home values. He is a class act and we will always consider him more than just our realtor but a new friend!”
RE/MAX Associates - Hockessin
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