Slow Start to 2026 for Bear Trap Dunes

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

The Bear Trap Dunes real estate market has gotten off to a slower start this year as we battled two significant snow events and temperatures below freezing for much of January and February. As the chart illustrates, through the first two months of 2026, 3 properties went under contract in your community compared to 7 last year.

Both the number of sales and sales volume in dollars (based on list price) were down57% through the first two months.With the continuation of historically low inventory and pent-up buyer demand, we are confident that the market remains fundamentally strong for Bear Trap homeowners.We expect buyer activity to increase significantly as we head into the busy Spring season! 

As always, if we can help you with your real estate goals or provide additional insight into the market,please reach our Bear Trap Specialist, Gail Phelan: (302) 233-4909