Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in New Castle, DE
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.28%
in New Castle, DE
$204.6M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.8M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.4%
in New Castle, DE
$156.2M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $10.5M
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.68%
in New Castle, DE
$340.4M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $2.5M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 2.79%
in New Castle, DE
$259.8M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $3.3M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.87%
in New Castle, DE
$375.9M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $4.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.15%
in New Castle, DE
$85.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 6.42%
in New Castle, DE
$222.6M
All-Time Sales
$200K - $2.2M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$126.7M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.1M
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 7.26%
in New Castle, DE
$33.2M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $900K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Danielle Benson
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
31 Years of experience
36+ Sales in the last 12 months
$71M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $2.5M
Price Range
24
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Top AgentTop 7.82%
in New Castle, DE
$253.5M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $3.7M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(69)
Michael Kelczewski
BFP Sotheby's International Realty
13 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
$133.6M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $2M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.38%
in New Castle, DE
$140.6M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 8.66%
in New Castle, DE
$134.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$75.4M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $820K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.5%
in New Castle, DE
$396.7M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 9.78%
in New Castle, DE
$85.2M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $770K
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Laura Correa
Keller Williams Realty
5 Years of experience
38+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 11.17%
in New Castle, DE
$21.9M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $640K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 12.57%
in New Castle, DE
$104.6M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 13.13%
in New Castle, DE
$51.7M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.1M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$214.1M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $2.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$5.4M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $400K
Price Range
6
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Top Agent(8)
Melissa Squier
Iron valley real estate premier
12 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
$120.5M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(4)
Chardae Eduruke
Keller Williams Realty Central Delaware
6 Years of experience
26+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 16.2%
in New Castle, DE
$34.4M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $780K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 16.76%
in New Castle, DE
$584.5M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $4.8M
Price Range
New castle Housing Market Trends
Homes in New castle take a median 44 days to sell, go for 96.79% of asking, prices are up 23.6% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Seller's market
2.7 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$399,285
median sale price
How fast they sell
44 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
2.7 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for New Castle.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the New Castle agents whose results fit it.
New Castle agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 30 days, the New Castle market in 44
median sale price in New Castle
Do Top New Castle Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in New Castle sell in a median of 30 days, compared with the New Castle market median of 44 days on market.
About 14 days faster (32% quicker than the New Castle market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked New Castle agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the New Castle market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in New Castle?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in New Castle sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in November. To hit that window, plan to list around October.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
November
Best month to sell
33 days
Typical time on market
99.8%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of New Castle, DE sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
What These Numbers Mean for New Castle Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a New Castle market where negotiating leverage sits close to balanced but still tilts toward sellers on the metrics that matter most. With 7.7% of homes selling above list price and 42.5% going off the market within two weeks, well-priced listings continue to move quickly and often draw competition. At the same time, 2.7 months of supply and an average sale-to-list ratio of 96.79% confirm that inventory remains tight against steady demand, with 9 homes sold and 28 pending sales in the most recent month against just 23 active listings.
The counterweight for buyers is that 28.3% of listings recorded a price cut, and the median sale price has moved +23.6% year over year while median time on market reflects a -15 days change. That combination tells a buyer to move decisively on fresh, correctly priced listings but to negotiate harder on anything that has lingered past the 44-day median or has already seen a reduction. For a seller, the data argues for disciplined pricing at or near market from day one, since the homes clearing above list are generally the ones that never chase the market downward.
Interpreting these signals for a specific home in zip codes 19720 or 19721 is where local expertise earns its value. New Castle has 308 licensed agents, and performance among them varies widely, which is why matching with an agent who understands current PPSF of $207.83 and neighborhood-level demand matters.
What New Castle Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in New Castle goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $399,285 |
| Down payment (20%) | $79,857 |
| Loan amount | $319,428 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,852 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.32% mortgage rate (as of October 22, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $399,285 median home price with 20% down at 7.32% (as of October 22, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from New Castle MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a New Castle Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone rarely correlates with results. A more reliable approach is to look at verified transaction history, negotiation outcomes, and how consistently an agent's clients close near or above asking. Among the 308 licensed agents active in New Castle, EffectiveAgents has ranked 59 based on measured performance. Our current top-ranked agent, Jeff Stape at Compass, has closed 985 transactions with $203.1M in all-time sales volume. That depth of experience matters in a market where 7.7% of homes sell above list and negotiation on price-reduced listings is common. An agent who knows how demand differs across zip codes 19720 and 19721 can position a listing to sell within the 44-day median or help a buyer identify where a seller is likely to concede. When reviewing agents, read for patterns rather than isolated praise: consistent references to communication, pricing accuracy, and negotiation across multiple reviews are more telling than a single high rating.
How We Rank New Castle Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the New Castle market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
308
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: September 2026
New Castle Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in New Castle, DE?
The top-ranked agent in New Castle, DE is currently Jeff Stape at Compass, with 985 career transactions and $203.1M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leading agents through an objective methodology that analyzes verified transaction records, sale-to-list performance, and client review patterns rather than advertising spend. Of the 308 licensed agents in the area, 59 meet our ranking criteria. The right choice depends on your specific goals, so we recommend comparing several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these New Castle real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in New Castle?
Our data covers 308 real estate agents serving the New Castle area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our New Castle market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in New Castle mean for sellers?
New Castle's median sale price is $399,285 as of September 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
How long does it take to sell a house in New Castle?
The median home in New Castle sells in about 44 days, and year over year the market has seen a -15 days change in market time. Actual timelines vary with pricing, condition, and location within zip codes 19720 and 19721. Homes priced accurately from the start tend to sell fastest, with 42.5% of listings going off the market within two weeks. Overpriced homes often require reductions, and 28.3% of current listings have recorded a price drop, which typically extends the selling timeline.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do New Castle realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local New Castle agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of New Castle neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a New Castle realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in New Castle in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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