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WILMINGTON, DE 19804

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 19804

Heritage (Heritage Park) · Lynford · Redmont · Wilmington Waterfront · Wood Wards Addition

Market Analysis

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

The WILMINGTON, DE real estate market (19804) currently shows 25 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 30 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 30 days on market compared to 11 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.6% year-over-year, from $334,200 to $318,675.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 17,986  ·  Density: 967.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,610

Typical home value: $231,314  ·  Homeownership: 74.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
25
⇩ 19.4% vs 31 last year
Pending
12
48% pending ratio
Median Price
$318,675
⇩ 4.6% vs $334,200 last year
Average Price
$306,913
⇩ 12.8% vs $351,773 last year
Days on Market
30
⇧ 172.7% vs 11 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$220
⇧ 7.3% vs $205/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,406 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 25 this year vs 31 last year
  • Days on market: 30 now vs 11 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $318,675 (-4.6% YoY)
  • Average: $306,913 (-12.8% 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 10.7 miles — 349 listings ($219,464,916 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19804Wilmington, DE 198040.0 mi27$9,033,012$330,000$334,556
19808Wilmington, DE 198082.8 mi55$22,556,710$396,950$410,122
19806Wilmington, DE 198064.4 mi41$17,952,670$402,475$437,870
19807Wilmington, DE 198075.6 mi15$23,519,250$1,387,500$1,567,950
19713Newark, DE 197135.7 mi31$10,772,872$379,900$347,512
19732Rockland, DE 197326.3 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
08023Deepwater, NJ 080236.8 mi4$897,000$232,000$224,250
19803Wilmington, DE 198037.1 mi42$73,576,020$579,750$1,751,810
08070Pennsville, NJ 080708.7 mi61$19,903,019$299,000$326,279
19810Wilmington, DE 198109.3 mi32$17,375,328$545,000$542,979
19350Landenberg, PA 193509.8 mi16$9,444,976$622,450$590,311
19706Delaware City, DE 1970610.2 mi11$4,755,300$419,950$432,300
19311Avondale, PA 1931110.7 mi13$9,079,759$769,900$698,443

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, DE 19804?

As of February 2026, there are 25 active listings in WILMINGTON, DE (zip code 19804), compared to 31 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, DE 19804?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, DE 19804 is $318,675 as of February 2026, a 4.6% decrease from $334,200 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILMINGTON, DE 19804 spend an average of 30 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 11 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILMINGTON, DE 19804?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WILMINGTON, DE 19804 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 30 days on market compared to 11 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 19804 save an estimated $6,374 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $318,675. 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.