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Cool Spring/Tilton Park Historic District Happy Valley

WILMINGTON, DE 19806

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 19806

Cool Spring/Tilton Park Historic District · Happy Valley

Market Analysis

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

The WILMINGTON, DE real estate market (19806) currently shows 31 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 27 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 36.5% year-over-year, from $267,450 to $365,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 10,273  ·  Density: 2,326.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $80,196

Typical home value: $353,718  ·  Homeownership: 51.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇩ 29.5% vs 44 last year
Pending
16
52% pending ratio
Median Price
$365,000
⇧ 36.5% vs $267,450 last year
Average Price
$431,523
⇩ 11.9% vs $489,936 last year
Days on Market
66
⇧ 144.4% vs 27 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$255
⇩ 6.9% vs $274/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,372 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 44 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 27 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $365,000 (+36.5% YoY)
  • Average: $431,523 (-11.9% 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 10.4 miles — 573 listings ($284,112,545 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19806Wilmington, DE 198060.0 mi41$17,952,670$402,475$437,870
19805Wilmington, DE 198052.0 mi99$23,602,194$225,000$238,406
19732Rockland, DE 197322.7 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
19809Wilmington, DE 198093.3 mi23$7,232,833$357,000$314,471
19804Wilmington, DE 198044.4 mi27$9,033,012$330,000$334,556
19808Wilmington, DE 198085.7 mi55$22,556,710$396,950$410,122
19703Claymont, DE 197036.3 mi15$4,983,165$377,500$332,211
19317Chadds Ford, PA 193176.9 mi41$60,510,096$1,549,900$1,475,856
08069Penns Grove, NJ 080697.3 mi72$20,402,784$259,000$283,372
19061Marcus Hook, PA 190618.3 mi49$14,200,200$224,950$289,800
19014Aston, PA 190149.8 mi25$8,689,175$329,900$347,567
19711Newark, DE 1971110.0 mi68$38,008,600$514,999$558,950
19342Glen Mills, PA 1934210.4 mi57$56,342,106$725,000$988,458

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILMINGTON, DE 19806?

As of February 2026, there are 31 active listings in WILMINGTON, DE (zip code 19806), compared to 44 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILMINGTON, DE 19806?

The median listing price in WILMINGTON, DE 19806 is $365,000 as of February 2026, a 36.5% increase from $267,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILMINGTON, DE 19806 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 27 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILMINGTON, DE 19806?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WILMINGTON, DE 19806 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 27 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 19806 save an estimated $7,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $365,000. 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.