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BEAR, DE 19701

Real Estate Market Report  ·  New Castle County
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The BEAR, DE real estate market (19701) currently shows 56 active listings, with 24 pending sales. Homes are averaging 32 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 25.6% year-over-year, from $434,750 to $546,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 44,553  ·  Density: 647.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $103,104

Typical home value: $323,563  ·  Homeownership: 78.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
56
⇧ 9.8% vs 51 last year
Pending
24
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$546,250
⇧ 25.6% vs $434,750 last year
Average Price
$569,112
⇧ 21.6% vs $468,091 last year
Days on Market
32
⇩ 8.6% vs 35 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$210
⇧ 1% vs $208/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,481 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 56 this year vs 51 last year
  • Days on market: 32 now vs 35 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $546,250 (+25.6% YoY)
  • Average: $569,112 (+21.6% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 15.0 miles — 595 listings ($301,871,108 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19701Bear, DE 197010.0 mi50$28,876,450$545,450$577,529
19733Saint Georges, DE 197333.1 mi1$300,000$300,000$300,000
19713Newark, DE 197136.0 mi31$10,772,872$379,900$347,512
19709Middletown, DE 197096.6 mi190$128,066,650$610,000$674,035
19711Newark, DE 197119.2 mi68$38,008,600$514,999$558,950
19804Wilmington, DE 1980410.0 mi27$9,033,012$330,000$334,556
19808Wilmington, DE 1980810.8 mi55$22,556,710$396,950$410,122
21912Warwick, MD 2191212.7 mi2$1,577,800$788,900$788,900
08023Deepwater, NJ 0802312.9 mi4$897,000$232,000$224,250
08038Hancocks Bridge, NJ 0803813.6 mi2$612,900$306,450$306,450
19707Hockessin, DE 1970713.9 mi34$21,398,104$649,950$629,356
19806Wilmington, DE 1980614.2 mi41$17,952,670$402,475$437,870
19802Wilmington, DE 1980215.0 mi90$21,818,340$229,950$242,426

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BEAR, DE 19701?

As of February 2026, there are 56 active listings in BEAR, DE (zip code 19701), compared to 51 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BEAR, DE 19701?

The median listing price in BEAR, DE 19701 is $546,250 as of February 2026, a 25.6% increase from $434,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in BEAR, DE 19701 spend an average of 32 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 35 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BEAR, DE 19701?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, BEAR, DE 19701 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BEAR, DE 19701 save an estimated $10,925 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $546,250. 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.