Delaware Housing Market

Cool Market

Housing market data and trends for Delaware. Track median prices, inventory, days on market, and competition metrics for real estate investors.

Data period: March 2026

Median Sale Price

$366K

6.3% YoY

Days on Market

48 days

29.7% YoY

Active Inventory

1,517

12.5% YoY

Homes Sold

566

4.2% YoY

Cool Market

Buyer activity is slowing, creating more negotiating room.

Delaware Market Summary

The Delaware housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $366K, up 6.3% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 48 days on the market, 29.7% longer than a year ago.

There are 1,517 homes for sale — 12.5% more than last year. With 2.7 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 881 new listings were added during this period, up 4.0% year-over-year.

Homes are selling for 99.2% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 30.0% of homes sell above their asking price. 24.8% of listings have had a price drop.

Market Opportunity Score

Based on current market conditions

68

Contributing Factors

Months of Supply 2.7
Days on Market 48
Price Drops 24.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio 99.2%
Market Temperature Cool

How This Market Compares

vs. National Median

Median Price (National: $437K) 16.3%
Days on Market (National: 55) 12.7%
Inventory (National: 1,314,690) 99.9%

Investor Takeaway

The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 16% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.

Delaware Market Trends

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Detailed Market Metrics

Median List Price

$388K

Price per Sq Ft

$200

Sale-to-List Ratio

99.2%

Months of Supply

2.7

Sold Above List

30.0%

Price Drops

24.8%

New Listings

881

4.0% YoY

Pending Sales

807

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Housing market data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage. Not financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making investment decisions.