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WILMINGTON, DE 19801

Real Estate Market Report  ·  New Castle County
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 19801

Downtown Wilmington Farmer's Market · East Side Historic District · Lower Market Street Mall · Market Street Mall · Old Swedes Historic District · Saint Mary's Historic District · Ships Tavern · Southbridge · West Center City · Willington Square · Wilmington Waterfront

Market Analysis

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

The WILMINGTON, DE real estate market (19801) currently shows 66 active listings, with 21 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.5% year-over-year, from $199,975 to $215,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 16,545  ·  Density: 1,453.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $42,453

Typical home value: $167,672  ·  Homeownership: 28.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
66
⇧ 6.5% vs 62 last year
Pending
21
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$215,000
⇧ 7.5% vs $199,975 last year
Average Price
$248,597
⇧ 4.7% vs $237,337 last year
Days on Market
72
⇧ 30.9% vs 55 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$159
⇩ 7% vs $171/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,319 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 66 this year vs 62 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $215,000 (+7.5% YoY)
  • Average: $248,597 (+4.7% 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 11.1 miles — 487 listings ($250,936,658 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19801Wilmington, DE 198010.0 mi65$16,192,280$211,495$249,112
19806Wilmington, DE 198062.5 mi41$17,952,670$402,475$437,870
19809Wilmington, DE 198093.1 mi23$7,232,833$357,000$314,471
19804Wilmington, DE 198044.1 mi27$9,033,012$330,000$334,556
19732Rockland, DE 197325.2 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
19807Wilmington, DE 198076.0 mi15$23,519,250$1,387,500$1,567,950
19720New Castle, DE 197206.6 mi86$30,119,608$319,000$350,228
19703Claymont, DE 197037.1 mi15$4,983,165$377,500$332,211
08070Pennsville, NJ 080707.4 mi61$19,903,019$299,000$326,279
19060Garnet Valley, PA 190608.9 mi19$14,193,950$617,000$747,050
19317Chadds Ford, PA 193179.4 mi41$60,510,096$1,549,900$1,475,856
19711Newark, DE 1971110.4 mi68$38,008,600$514,999$558,950
19014Aston, PA 1901411.1 mi25$8,689,175$329,900$347,567

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, DE 19801?

As of February 2026, there are 66 active listings in WILMINGTON, DE (zip code 19801), compared to 62 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, DE 19801?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, DE 19801 is $215,000 as of February 2026, a 7.5% increase from $199,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILMINGTON, DE 19801 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILMINGTON, DE 19801?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WILMINGTON, DE 19801 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WILMINGTON, DE 19801 save an estimated $4,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $215,000. 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.