New Castle County Delaware Housing Market Update

February 2026 Home Prices and Days on Market by ZIP Code

If you’ve ever wondered what homes are actually selling for in different parts of New Castle County, Delaware, or how long it typically takes to sell in your ZIP code, you’re not alone.

Every month we review the latest closed sales data across the county to help buyers and homeowners understand what the local real estate market is actually doing. Looking at the numbers by ZIP code makes it easier to see how different areas compare, from North Wilmington and Greenville to Newark, Middletown, Bear, and the City of Wilmington.

This snapshot focuses on February 2026 closed sales data, highlighting median home prices and median days on market across New Castle County.

It’s not meant to predict the future or tell anyone what they should do. Instead, it provides a clear look at what the most recent data shows right now.

Over time, these monthly snapshots can also begin to reveal subtle shifts in buyer behavior as the market moves through different seasons of the year.

Quick Answer: What Is Happening in the New Castle County Housing Market?

Based on February 2026 closed sales data:

• Median home prices across much of New Castle County remain stable to slightly increasing in several ZIP codes.

• Many areas are still seeing homes sell in under 10 days, particularly in Claymont, Pike Creek, and parts of Newark.

• Some areas such as Middletown and Wilmington are showing longer timelines as buyers evaluate more available inventory.

This combination reflects a market where well-priced homes in desirable locations continue to move quickly, while buyers in other areas are taking more time to compare options.

What Homes Are Selling For by ZIP Code

Before looking at timelines, most people want to understand pricing.

The graphic below shows median closed prices for February 2026, organized by ZIP code across New Castle County.

When the numbers are laid out side by side, the price range across the county becomes very clear.

At the higher end of February’s closed sales:

• Greenville/Wilmington (19807) recorded a median price of $1,000,000

• North Wilmington/Talleyville (19803) came in at $525,000

• Hockessin (19707) closed at $501,000

Several areas continue to fall into what many buyers consider the mid-range price band across the county:

• Middletown (19709) at $469,955

• Bear (19701) at $417,500

• Claymont (19703) at $408,500

• Christiana/Newark (19702) at $402,450

• Pike Creek/Wilmington (19808) at $399,900

• Newark (19711) at $395,000

Meanwhile, several areas continue to offer more accessible price points:

• Wilmington (19801) at $219,950

• Wilmington/Edgemoor (19802) at $202,000

• Elsmere (19805) at $238,500

For many homeowners and buyers, this part of the snapshot is often the most eye-opening. Seeing the numbers laid out by ZIP code answers a quiet question people frequently have:

“I didn’t realize homes in that area were selling around that price.”

Month-to-month shifts can also be seen in several ZIP codes. Claymont, Bear, and Christiana/Newark all saw median prices increase compared with January, while areas such as Hockessin and parts of Wilmington showed more moderate adjustments.

Because each month reflects the mix of homes that happened to close during that period, these shifts are common and don’t always signal a broader market change.

How Long Homes Are Taking to Sell

Pricing tells one part of the story. Days on market helps explain how buyers are behaving within those price ranges.

The next graphic shows median days on market for homes that closed in February, broken down by ZIP code.

February’s data shows a wide range of timelines depending on location.

Some ZIP codes saw homes move very quickly:

• Claymont (19703): 5 days

• Elsmere (19805): 6 days

• Pike Creek/Wilmington (19808): 6 days

• Newark (19711): 8 days

• Christiana/Newark (19702): 9 days

• North Wilmington/Talleyville (19803): 9 days

Other areas experienced longer timelines:

• Wilmington (19801): 79 days

• Middletown (19709): 37 days

• Wilmington/Stanton (19804): 30 days

• Wilmington/Edgemoor (19802): 29 days

• Greenville/Wilmington (19807): 28 days

These differences are where the market becomes particularly interesting.

Longer days on market can sometimes reflect a more price-sensitive or condition-sensitive buyer pool, where buyers take additional time if pricing or presentation doesn’t align closely with expectations.

In other areas, longer timelines may be influenced by higher inventory levels or the presence of new construction, giving buyers more opportunities to compare homes before making a decision.

Shorter timelines often appear in areas where resale inventory is limited, meaning buyers may move quickly when the right home becomes available.

How This Fits Into the Bigger Picture

Across the country, the housing market has shifted into a more measured pace compared with the extremely competitive conditions seen several years ago. Buyers are generally taking more time, comparing options, and being more intentional before committing.

What this snapshot highlights is how that broader trend plays out differently depending on location within New Castle County.

Some ZIP codes continue to move quickly because resale inventory remains limited. Others show slightly longer timelines as buyers weigh more available options.

Looking at the market through a ZIP-code lens helps bring clarity to those differences.

How to Use This Snapshot

This data isn’t meant to tell you exactly what your home would sell for or how long it would take. Every property has its own variables including condition, pricing strategy, and location within a neighborhood.

What it does provide is:

• A clear comparison of home prices across New Castle County

• A realistic sense of how long homes are taking to sell by ZIP code

• Helpful context for understanding how buyer behavior shifts from one area to another

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in New Castle County, Delaware, a more tailored look at recent sales and timelines can help bring clarity.

Our team, The Rosaio Team, tracks local housing market trends each month so our clients can better understand what is actually happening at the ZIP-code level.

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Local Real Estate Market FAQ

Are home prices rising in New Castle County Delaware?

Home prices vary by ZIP code, but February 2026 data shows stable pricing across many areas with some increases in places like Claymont, Bear, and Christiana/Newark.

How fast are homes selling in New Castle County?

Many homes are selling in under 10 days in areas such as Pike Creek, Claymont, and Newark when pricing and presentation align with buyer expectations.

What areas of New Castle County have the highest home prices?

Greenville (19807), North Wilmington (19803), and Hockessin (19707) typically show some of the highest median home prices in the county.

What areas have more affordable homes?

Parts of Wilmington including ZIP codes 19801 and 19802, along with Elsmere (19805), tend to show lower median home prices compared with suburban areas.