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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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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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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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August Sales Firm in Fenwick Island

September is our favorite time of the year to live at the beach. We hope you have a chance to be here to enjoy the cooler temperatures, light traffic, and warm ocean breezes! This is also a special month for me personally, as it marks 36 years since starting a career in real estate at the beach. I am extremely grateful to have earned the trust of so many of you over the years and together with Christi Arndt, Wayne Lyons, and the group, we will continue to offer the highest level of guidance and expertise in real estate well into the future!

The real estate market for Fenwick has remained strong when compared to last year. During the month of August, 3 properties went under contract in Fenwick, compared to 4 during the same month last year. As the…

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Buyer Activity Stronger in Fenwick Island

While real estate activity in Fenwick Island was up considerably through May compared to last year, we experienced a slowdown in June and July. During those months, 8 properties went under contract in Fenwick, compared to 11 in June and July of last year.

As the chart illustrates, total sales in Fenwick Island are up 13% year-to-date, while sales volume in dollars is up 17%. Inventory is flat compared to the same time last year, and properties are staying on the market much longer, with 59 days as the median days-to-contract.

So far this year, our group has represented more Fenwick Island buyers and sellers than any other agent or group. If we can provide you with any real estate guidance as a buyer or a seller, please give us a call.

Leslie…

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Seller’s Market at the Beach

We are often asked if we are in a Buyer’s Market or a Seller’s Market at the beach and this is the time of year when we calculate absorption rates in order to answer that question and understand how the market is trending. We compare the pace of sales over the previous 12 months to determine how many Months Supply of Inventory is for sale.

Generally, a balanced market would have 7 months of inventory while more would be a Buyer’s Market and less a Seller’s Market. The continuation of very limited inventory for sale has kept us in a Seller’s Market from Fenwick Island to North Bethany.        

If you would like to discuss the market in more detail, we are here to help. Please give us a call.

Leslie Kopp                            Christi…

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Inventory on the Rise, Spring Market Strong in Fenwick Island

Happy Spring! As we look back on the first 4 months of the year, sales in Fenwick Island were up significantly when compared to the same time last year. With 17 properties currently for sale, inventory has grown by 31% in the last year. It is important to note that we are still far below pre-pandemic levels when it was common to have more than 40 properties available for sale in Fenwick Island.      

As the chart illustrates, sales activity is up 70% when compared to the first 4 months of 2024, and sales volume is up 24%. Properties are taking twice as long to sell with 38 days as the
median days-to-contract vs. 19 days last year.

If we can offer you any real estate guidance as a buyer or seller in Fenwick Island, please give us a call: (302)…

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