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Fenwick Island Market Holds Strong

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in FENWICK ISLAND. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

As another busy summer season winds down, many Fenwick Island buyers and sellers are beginning to think about what's next. Whether you're planning for next year or simply keeping an eye on the market, we've put together a snapshot of how the first seven months of this year compare to the same period last year. 

Fenwick Island continues to demonstrate exceptional market strength. While inventory has increased from 7 to 12 properties, sales activity has held steady. Overall sales volume has increased by 8%, homes are going under contract an average of 21 days faster than last year, average sale…

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Shifting Summer Market in Bayside

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes resale properties sold inBayside. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

One of the questions we're asked often is what type of market we're in. While we always share what we're seeing firsthand, we also believe in supporting this with market data. That's why twice a year, we analyze absorption rates to measure overall conditions and share those results with you.

By comparing the pace of sales over the past 12 months with the current inventory, we calculate the Months Supply of Inventory—a key indicator of market balance. In our market, about 6 months of inventory is considered balanced. Fewer indicates a seller's market, while more suggests a buyer's market. 

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Strong Market in Fenwick Island

*dATA WAS DERIVED FROM THE SUSSEX COunty MLS and tax records. Includes propertiesin Bethany Beach, North Bethany, South Bethany and Fenwick Island.May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

One of the questions we're asked often is what market we're in at the beach. While we always share what we're seeing firsthand, we also believe in supporting this with market data. That's why twice a year, we analyze absorption rates to measure overall conditions and share those results with you.

By comparing the pace of sales over the past 12 months with the current inventory, we calculate the Months Supply of Inventory—a key indicator of market balance. In our market, about 6 months of inventory is considered balanced. Fewer indicates a…

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Bethany-Fenwick Market Shows Signs of Strength

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Bethany Beach, North Bethany, South Bethany and Fenwick Island. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

The summer season is underway, and we’ve enjoyed seeing so many homeowners and visitors return to the area over the past few weeks!

While the number of properties sold is down 26% and overall sales volume is down 9% compared to last year, the Bethany-Fenwick real estate market is showing signs of strength. Additionally, inventory remains limited, with just 65 active listings currently on the market. This activity has proven to be a great time to list or purchase a property.

Homes are taking slightly longer to go under contract than they were a year…

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Bayside Market Becomes More Balanced

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes resale properties sold in Bayside.  May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

The summer season is underway, and we’ve enjoyed seeing so many homeowners and visitors return to the area over the past few weeks!

While overall sales volume is down compared to last year, the Bayside market continues to show signs of strength. Single-family home prices have increased 48% year over year, reaching a median sales price of $1.33 million, while condo and townhome prices have remained stable. Inventory remains relatively limited, with just 28 active listings currently on the market.

With the summer and golf season bringing increased traffic to the community, now is an excellent time for sellers…

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2026 Farmers Market Schedule

It is one of our favorite times of the year as the Farmers Markets in Coastal Sussex County are in full swing!  See below for the full schedule from Fenwick Island all the way to Lewes.

Bethany Beach Farmers' Market

Sundays, 8 am - 12 pm, May 31 - September 6

The Bethany market is vibrant, friendly, interactive, educational, and enjoyable to buyers as well as sellers located across the street from the PNC Bank in downtown Bethany Beach.

The Farmers' Market at Sea Colony 

Wednesdays, 8am - 12pm, May 27th -  September 2

33546 Market Pl, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

Fenwick Island Farmers' Market

Fridays, 8 am - 12pm, May 29 - September 4

Parking Lot of The Station, 1406 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944

Rehoboth Beach…

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Fenwick Island Approves Surf Bagel Overflow Parking

Credit to: Coastal Point, Kerin Magill

Surf Bagel Fenwick Island

Surf Bagel has received approval from the Fenwick Island Town Council to move forward with an overflow parking lot across Essex Street from its Coastal Highway location, following concerns over traffic and parking issues during the shop’s first summer season in town.

The approval comes after the council adopted a new ordinance allowing businesses to apply for temporary parking lots for up to one year. Town officials and Surf Bagel management acknowledged that the business, which opened in winter 2025, experienced significant parking-related traffic problems last summer as customers circled nearby streets searching for spaces.

“They would continue to do laps until they…

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Slower Spring Real Estate Market in Bayside

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes properties sold in Bayside. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

Happy Spring! Looking at the first four months of the year, the Bayside real estate market has shown a significant slowdown compared to 2025—but there are important trends for property owners and buyers to keep in mind. 

As the chart illustrates, both the number of sales and sales volume in dollars are down year-to-date. Inventory is down 9% compared to the same time last year, and properties are staying on the market longer, with 20 days as the median days-to-contract. The market is shifting toward a more balanced environment which means strategy, pricing, and timing are more important than ever. With the…

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Slower Spring Real Estate Market in Fenwick Island

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS and tax records. Includes properties in Fenwick Island. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace.

Happy Spring! Looking at the first four months of the year, the Fenwick Island real estate market has shown some slowdown compared to 2025—but there are important trends for property owners and buyers to keep in mind.

While the number of sales is down 38% and overall volume has decreased 12%,home values have seen a significant increase, with median sale prices up 92% year-over-year. Higher-end homes in prime locations closest to the beach —are continuing to sell quickly. In areas further from the beach, the market is shifting toward a more balanced environment. In all cases, strategy,…

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Bayside Active Inventory & Median Sale Price April 2026

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes resale properties sold in Bayside. May not reflect all activity in the marketplace. 

During the first quarter of 2026, real estate sales in Bayside were softer compared to the same period last year. A total of 13 properties went under contract during the quarter, down 28% from 18 last year. The graph above illustrates historic inventory levels on April 1 of each year, along with the median sale price of properties sold in the first quarter. As we head into April, inventory is relatively flat compared to last year and we have seen a rise in median sale price for all property types. On average, properties are going under contract in 64 days versus 43 days last year. It is an excellent time to be a…

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