ZIP-code market report · Current through week of October 18, 2026

19803, Wilmington, DE Housing Market

Current supply, demand, market pace and negotiating room inside ZIP code 19803, measured on its own data — not citywide figures.

Your local market at a glance

ZIP code 19803 in Wilmington reads 100 on the RealSights Market Pulse, indicating strong seller advantage conditions as of 2026-10-18.

ZIP 19803 Market Pulse
100 · Strong Seller Advantage
As of 2026-10-18
Wilmington Market Pulse
70 · Seller Leaning
City data as of 2026-10-18

ZIP-level conditions may differ from citywide conditions because inventory, pricing, and buyer activity vary locally. Compare reporting dates before drawing conclusions.

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0 · Buyers100 · Sellers
100Strong Seller Advantage

Week of October 18, 2026 · Recalculated weekly

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The Market Read

19803 Market Pulse: Strong Seller Advantage

Demand is strong relative to available supply, homes are moving quickly, and sellers are holding closer to asking price. Well-priced homes may still draw competition.

Pending ratio: 119%. There are more homes under contract than homes for sale — a frenzied market. Buyers are fighting over homes. Sellers are likely to see multiple offers. Homes that sold took about 35 days to sell, which is fast.

The Local Move Playbook

Choose your next move in 19803

Practical guidance based on this ZIP’s strong seller advantage reading.

If you’re selling

What this market requires

  • Price at the top of recent comparable sales
  • Prepare for concentrated early interest
  • Set clear terms before offers arrive
  • Protect the strongest combination of price and certainty
If you’re buying

What this market gives you

  • Be ready to act on well-positioned homes
  • Shop below your ceiling to preserve flexibility
  • Keep important protections while strengthening other terms
  • Compare nearby markets when competition becomes costly

Personalized using current RealSights market data. Optional local professional review is available only when requested.

For your home

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Local market questions

19803 housing market FAQs

Is 19803 a buyer’s market or seller’s market?

Here's what we're seeing: ZIP 19803 currently shows seller advantage, with a ZIP-level Market Pulse of 100 as of 2026-10-18. Sellers may still have the upper hand, though each home still needs competitive pricing.

How does 19803 compare with Wilmington overall?

ZIP 19803 reads 100 (seller advantage) as of 2026-10-18, while Wilmington overall reads 70 (seller advantage) as of 2026-10-18. Both point to the same balance — sellers still see steady interest from serious buyers, and buyers keep room to negotiate terms. Neither measures an individual home.

Does the 19803 Market Pulse tell me what my home is worth?

No. The Pulse describes negotiating conditions across ZIP 19803 — not what a particular home is worth. A real pricing review needs recent comparable sales, current competing listings, and your home's condition and features.

How recent is the 19803 market reading?

The ZIP-level Market Pulse shown here is from 2026-10-18. RealSights takes new snapshots every Sunday, and the city and other ZIP reports may show different dates.

What should buyers watch in 19803?

Keep an eye on available inventory, pending activity, days on market, and price reductions — and compare nearby ZIP reports. Homes sitting longer may offer more flexibility, but protect your inspection, appraisal, and financing terms. A market score never guarantees a discount.

What should sellers watch in 19803?

Price against current nearby competition and recent closed sales, and watch how quickly homes go under contract. The Wilmington report adds broader context, but it's not a home valuation.

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