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

During the first quarter of 2026, real estate sales in the Bethany-Fenwick area were softer compared to the same period last year. A total of 46 properties went under contract during the quarter, down 16% from 55 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 down more than 20%, which is putting upward pressure on prices, especially in areas closest to the beach (East of Rt 1).On average, properties are going…

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

Bayside real estate has had a firm start to 2026, despite two significant snow events and extended periods of below-freezing temperatures in January and February.With low inventory and pent-up buyer demand, the market remains fundamentally strong for homeowners and we expect buyer activity to stay strong as we head into Spring. 

As the chart illustrates, through the first two months of 2026, 9 properties went under contract which matches activity last year. Meanwhile, sales volume (based on list price) is down 12%. Despite the slower pace of sales (52 days-to-contract vs. 10 last year),the average sale price

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*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. 

The real estate market at the beach has started at a slower pace this year as we battled two significant snow events and temperatures below freezing for much of January and February.With stable inventory and pent-up buyer demand, we are confident that the market remains fundamentally strong for homeowners and expect buyer activity to increase significantly as we head into Spring.

As the chart illustrates, through the first two months of 2026, 25 properties went under contract, a 24% decrease compared to last year, with sales volume (based on list

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

During the first month of the year, we experienced the longest stretch of freezing temperatures that we can remember in quite some time, so it is no surprise that sales were slower when compared to January of last year. During the month,4 properties went under contract in Bayside.This compares to 5 sales in January of 2025 and 4 in 2024.

The good news for property owners is that we are confident buyer demand will return as the temperatures start to rise and summer is top of mind. As the chart illustrates, Bayside remains in a strong seller’s market. In fact, we believe this could be one of the strongest

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*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.

During the first month of the year, we experienced the longest stretch of freezing temperatures that we can remember in quite some time, so it is no surprise that sales were slower when compared to January of last year.During the month, 14 properties went under contract in the Bethany-Fenwick area. This compares to 16 sales in January of 2025 and 19 in 2024.

The good news for property owners is that we are confident buyer demand will return as the temperatures start to rise and summer is top of mind.As the chart illustrates, all of the beach areas remain

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Happy New Year! As we reflect on 2025, real estate sales in Bayside were noticeably stronger compared to 2024. Early in the year, we experienced some buyer hesitation amid political uncertainty, but sales picked up during the 2nd quarter of the year and stayed strong through December.

Looking ahead, we are optimistic about the beach markets in the year to come! We are grateful for your confidence and trust, and we wish you good health and much happiness in 2026!  It is never too early to have a conversation or to begin preparing for a purchase or a sale of real estate, we are here to help! Please call our Bayside Expert:

Kiki Hargrove
(302) 569-2959

*Data was derived from the Sussex County MLS. Includes resale properties sold in Bayside. May

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Happy New Year! As we reflect on 2025, real estate sales in Fenwick Island stayed firm when compared to 2024. Buyer activity was especially strong early in the year before slowing some the second half of the year, mainly due to very limited inventory of single-family homes.

In 2025, we were fortunate to participate in 38% of sales in the Bethany-Fenwick market. Properties listed with our group went under contract faster on average (30 days vs. 53) and our sellers achieved an average sale-to-list price of 98%. Looking ahead, we are optimistic about the beach markets in the year to come! We are grateful for your continued confidence and trust, and we wish you good health and much happiness in 2026!

It is never too early to have a conversation or

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Last month, we shared with you that real estate sales had been firm through the first 3 quarters of the year for Bayside.  Momentum picked up in October as 6 properties in Bayside went under contract compared to 2 sales in October of 2024. 

After 4 years of rising values for both single family homes and condo/townhome properties, the median sale price for all property types in Bayside dipped some in 2024 and have come down again in 2025. If you are considering buying or selling, we are here to help you navigate the market. Please reach out to our Bayside expert, Kiki Hargrove Cebula.

Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with warmth, joy, and the people who make it truly special.   During this season of gratitude, we are especially thankful that so

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