“Dave was very easy to work with when selling my home. It was a bit complicated and he helped every step of the way.”
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
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“We are grateful for the outstanding service Joe Walker provided throughout our recent home buying journey in Smyrna. Joe demonstrated a deep understanding of the local market and took the time to listen to our needs and preferences. His professionalism and commitment were evident every step of the way. He answered our questions and patiently walked us through each stage of the process — from search to offer to close. His knowledge of the landscape gave us valuable insight and confidence in our decisions. He consistently provided honest advice, and we felt that he truly had our best interests at heart. Joe kept us informed on important deadlines and requirements. Challenges that arose were quickly addressed with calm and efficiency, helping us navigate what could have been a stressful experience with ease. We wholeheartedly recommend Joe to anyone looking for a real estate agent. His expertise, integrity, and dedication made our home buying journey both successful and enjoyable.”
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“From the moment we met Margaret, we can attest to the fact that she is a seasoned/dynamic professional who leads by example. Her greatest attributes include a creative problem-solving ability, dedicated focus, and tireless work ethic which no doubt enables her to maintain solid relationships with her clients. Margaret had an outstanding rapport with us from “Day One” and her proactive approach to any aspect of our home purchase was second to none. Margaret’s willingness to assist us in achieving our goal of relocating from NJ to DE remained inexhaustible. No matter what obstacles we encountered, Margaret’s unwavering commitment and tireless efforts made our dream of retiring in Delaware become a reality. It was inspiring to have witnessed Margaret’s adeptness in any aspect of our home-buying process through her wealth of experience and ability to overcome any hurdle. Without Margaret, we never would have closed on our perfect retirement home in an incredibly short period of time.”
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“Hands down the best real estate agent. Kazy was extremely helpful and accessible. He helped make my dream come true.”
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
“As a practicing real estate lawyer, Ed Cole is always my go to guy for professionalism and results.”
Springer Realty Group
“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
“Michael was very friendly, knowledgable and easy to work with. Our house sold quickly. I would definitely recommend working with Michael to anybody looking to buy/sell.”
Century 21 Emerald
New Castle County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the New Castle County real estate market, updated for October 2025. *
The typical home value in New Castle County is projected to be $362,500 for the month of October. September’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the county to be $365,000—up 1.39% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, state-level data pegged home values at $359,500 in Delaware for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $357,100 in October.
New Castle County had 563 new listings and 530 listings that went under contract in September, increasing the area’s total available inventory to 1,019—up 0.79% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further increased in October.
Of those 1,019 active listings, 29.34% reduced their price in the month of September. The median listing price for homes in New Castle County grew 3.4% from August to September, bringing the current median listing price to $380,000. Based on projected data for October, listing prices may continue to grow.
The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In September 2025, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 35 days, compared to 48 days in September 2024. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be decreasing. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this October.
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Learn more about what New Castle County has to offer.
New Castle County offers residents a vibrant blend of historic charm, thriving communities, abundant green spaces, strong schools, diverse employment opportunities, and convenient access to major urban centers.
New Castle County pairs storied streets and riverside industry with easy access to big-city energy. From Wilmington, to Newark, home to the University of Delaware, to Middletown, and colonial New Castle, there’s a neighborhood for every pace. Weekends might mean hiking at White Clay Creek State Park, wandering the galleries and gardens at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, or dinner with a view along the Riverfront Wilmington. Art lovers find world-class collections at the Delaware Art Museum. Tax-free shopping—from boutiques to Christiana Mall—keeps retail therapy guilt-free, while proximity to Philadelphia and Baltimore expands your cultural and career options.
Families appreciate strong school options, including the Brandywine School District and Appoquinimink School District, plus magnets and charters supported by the New Castle County government with libraries, parks, and year-round programs. Commuters value regional rail and I‑95 connections; entrepreneurs tap into a deep bench of finance, life sciences, and logistics employers. Housing choices span brick rowhomes, pre-war colonials, and newer communities with pools, trails, and playgrounds. With historic festivals, farmers markets, and miles of greenways, daily life feels connected and convenient.
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