Delaware Housing Market Trends

Real-time market data powered by Zillow Research. Last updated: 2026-03-03

Is Now a Good Time to Buy in Delaware?

The Delaware housing market is showing balanced conditions.

home values have grown a moderate 1.7% year-over-year. there are currently 450 homes on the market.

Median Home Value

$396,102

Zillow Home Value Index

Year-over-Year

+1.7%

Home value change

5-Year Change

+32.2%

Since 2021

Median Rent

$1,725/mo

Zillow Observed Rent Index

Active Listings

450

Homes for sale

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Home Value Trends

5-year Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for Delaware vs. national average. ZHVI reflects the typical home value in the 35th-65th percentile range.

Rent Trends

Average rent in Delaware: $1,725/mo (+2.8% YoY)

Rent vs. Buy Analysis

With a median home value of $396,102 and average rent of $1,725/mo, the price-to-rent ratio in Delaware is 19.1. A ratio of 15-21 means it could go either way — run the numbers.

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