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New Castle County Housing Market Report March 2025•New Castle County, Delaware
Housing Prices in New Castle County, DE
How much do homes in New Castle County, DE cost?
Housing Market Conditions
Is New Castle County, DE a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Seller'sMarket
Buyer'sMarket
New Castle County is a Seller's Market
Difference Since March 2024
Since last year, New Castle County has remained a Seller's Market.
Insight
New Castle County is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Median Sold Price
$361,450$202/SqFt
+$20,395
+6.0%
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months
Insight
Homes in New Castle County have sold for 6% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in New Castle County was $361,450 in March 2025, up 6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $202.
Median Sold Price By Counties
| City | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware County | $330.5K | $360.1K | +9.0% |
| Salem County | $249.9K | $268.9K | +7.6% |
| New Castle County | $341K | $361.4K | +6.0% |
| Cecil County | $340K | $360K | +5.9% |
| Chester County | $496.1K | $524.5K | +5.7% |
Median Sold Price By Bedrooms
| Beds | Mar 2024 | Mar 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Bedroom | $146K | $170.5K | +16.8% |
| 22 Bedrooms | $225K | $265.4K | +18.0% |
| 33 Bedrooms | $315K | $329.9K | +4.7% |
| 44 Bedrooms | $465K | $495.1K | +6.5% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | $579.9K | $625K | +7.8% |
Summary: New Castle County housing price by bedroom type for March 2025, compared to the previous year. The home price for 1 bedroom homes increased by +16.8%. The home price for 2 bedroom homes increased by +18.0%. The home price for 3 bedroom homes increased by +4.7%. The home price for 4 bedroom homes increased by +6.5%. The home price for 5 bedroom homes increased by +7.8%.
How does New Castle County, DE compare with other places?
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New Castle County, DE
Housing supply in New Castle County, DE
How many homes are available in New Castle County, DE?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 1,483Last MonthMar 2025 | ||
| 1,0962 months agoFeb 2025 | +35.3 % Change MoMFeb – Mar |
Summary: The New Castle County real estate market had 1,483 homes for sale in Mar 2025, a 35.3 % increase compared to Feb 2025.
Number of Homes Sold
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 262Last MonthMar 2025 | ||
| 1702 months agoFeb 2025 | +54.1 % Change MoMFeb – Mar |
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| Beds | Feb 2025 | Mar 2025 | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Bedrooms | 182 | 242 | +33.0% |
| 33 Bedrooms | 525 | 688 | +31.0% |
| 11 Bedroom | 21 | 34 | +61.9% |
| 44 Bedrooms | 278 | 404 | +45.3% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | 90 | 115 | +27.8% |
Summary: New Castle County housing inventory by bedroom type for March 2025, compared to the previous month. The inventory for 2 bedroom homes increased by +33.0%. The inventory for 3 bedroom homes increased by +31.0%. The inventory for 1 bedroom homes increased by +61.9%. The inventory for 4 bedroom homes increased by +45.3%. The inventory for 5 bedroom homes increased by +27.8%.
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
How much do homes in New Castle County, DE cost?
Over Asking Price99 Homes
At Asking Price69 Homes
Under Asking Price94 Homes
Insight
If you're buying a home in New Castle County, you could pay more than the asking price. 37.8% of homes here sold above asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 262 homes were sold or pending in New Castle County in March 2025, up by 54.1% month-over-month. Of the 262 sold homes, 36% were sold under asking, 26% were sold at asking, and and 38% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for New Castle County, DE
How long does it take to sell a home in New Castle County, DE?
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
Under 30 Days192 Homes
30 – 90 Days46 Homes
Over 90 Days24 Homes
Insight
Many homes in New Castle County are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During March 2025, 262 homes were sold in New Castle County; 73% of homes were sold within 30 days, 18% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 9% of homes were sold over 90 days.
Average Sale Time
| This Year | 1 year ago | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|
| 31 DaysThis YearMar 2025 | ||
| 28 Days1 year agoMar 2024 | +8.2 % Change YoYMar 2024 – Mar 2025 |
Summary: Homes in New Castle County had an average listing age of 31 days in Mar 2025, up by 8.2% compared to the previous year.
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Newest Listings in New Castle County, DE
What homes are available in New Castle County, DE?
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#DENC2079272, Doris M Shorts, Listing Office: RE/MAX Associates - Newark
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#DENC2079362, Mahassein Johnson, Listing Office: EXP Realty, LLC
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$2,731 Closing Credit¹
#DENC2079360, Julianna Conomon, Listing Office: RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington
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$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#DENC2079356, Ann Marie Germano, Listing Office: Patterson-Schwartz-Middletown
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