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WILMINGTON, DE 19802

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 19802

Baynard Boulevard Historic District · Brandywine Hills · Brandywine Village · The Triangle

Market Analysis

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

The WILMINGTON, DE real estate market (19802) currently shows 85 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.1% year-over-year, from $208,750 to $219,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 26,065  ·  Density: 2,888.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,907

Typical home value: $176,519  ·  Homeownership: 48.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
85
⇩ 16.7% vs 102 last year
Pending
34
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$219,500
⇧ 5.1% vs $208,750 last year
Average Price
$229,218
⇧ 9.9% vs $208,555 last year
Days on Market
53
⇧ 51.4% vs 35 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$170
⇧ 11.1% vs $153/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,275 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 85 this year vs 102 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 35 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $219,500 (+5.1% YoY)
  • Average: $229,218 (+9.9% 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 10.5 miles — 529 listings ($272,267,106 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19802Wilmington, DE 198020.0 mi90$21,818,340$229,950$242,426
19806Wilmington, DE 198061.9 mi41$17,952,670$402,475$437,870
19803Wilmington, DE 198033.0 mi42$73,576,020$579,750$1,751,810
19732Rockland, DE 197323.8 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
19703Claymont, DE 197035.0 mi15$4,983,165$377,500$332,211
19807Wilmington, DE 198075.3 mi15$23,519,250$1,387,500$1,567,950
08069Penns Grove, NJ 080695.7 mi72$20,402,784$259,000$283,372
19060Garnet Valley, PA 190606.7 mi19$14,193,950$617,000$747,050
19808Wilmington, DE 198087.4 mi55$22,556,710$396,950$410,122
19707Hockessin, DE 197078.3 mi34$21,398,104$649,950$629,356
19014Aston, PA 190148.9 mi25$8,689,175$329,900$347,567
19013Chester, PA 1901310.2 mi78$13,030,056$159,950$167,052
08085Swedesboro, NJ 0808510.5 mi42$29,547,882$405,000$703,521

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, DE 19802?

As of February 2026, there are 85 active listings in WILMINGTON, DE (zip code 19802), compared to 102 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, DE 19802?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, DE 19802 is $219,500 as of February 2026, a 5.1% increase from $208,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILMINGTON, DE 19802 spend an average of 53 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 WILMINGTON, DE 19802?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WILMINGTON, DE 19802 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 35 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 19802 save an estimated $4,390 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $219,500. 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.