Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Sussex County, DE real estate market currently shows 2,207 active listings, with 673 pending sales. Homes are averaging 77 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 58 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 77 days on market compared to 76 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 2.3% year-over-year, from $539,950 to $552,100.
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Population: 250,743 · Density: 134.6/mi² · Median household income: $73,739
Typical home value: $319,020 · Homeownership: 79.6%
Bethany Beach: 19930
Bethel: 19931
Bridgeville: 19933
Dagsboro: 19939
Delmar: 19940
Ellendale: 19941
Fenwick Island: 19944
Frankford: 19945
Georgetown: 19947
Greenwood: 19950
Harbeson: 19951
Laurel: 19956
Lewes: 19958
Lincoln: 19960
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.