Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Wilmington, DE

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    Jeff Stape profile picture
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    Jeff Stape

    Compass

    50 Years of experience

    63+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.32%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $202.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $160K - $1.8M

    Price Range

    11%

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    Brandon Murray

    Long & Foster Real Estate

    19 Years of experience

    83+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.42%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $346.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $4.2M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Peggy Centrella

    Patterson-Schwartz

    14 Years of experience

    90+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.53%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $387.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $310K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Amy Lacy-Powalski

    Patterson Schwartz

    26 Years of experience

    20+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.63%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $210.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $290K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Lauren Janes

    Patterson-Schwartz

    11 Years of experience

    151+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.84%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $245.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $3.3M

    Price Range

    9%

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    Andy Mulrine

    RE/MAX Associates

    23 Years of experience

    56+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 0.95%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $332.1M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $2.5M

    Price Range

    9%

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    Matt Fish

    Keller Williams Realty Wilmington

    10 Years of experience

    50+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.37%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $133.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Michael Kelczewski

    BFP Sotheby's International Realty

    13 Years of experience

    13+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 1.58%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $131.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $2M

    Price Range

    10%

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    Brian Foraker

    Foraker Realty Co.

    10 Years of experience

    5+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.52%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $126.7M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Lakeisha Cunningham

    Keller Williams

    22 Years of experience

    47+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 2.73%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $147.9M

    All-Time Sales

    $220K - $10.5M

    Price Range

    11%

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    Kathy Blakey

    Century 21 Gold Key Realty

    22 Years of experience

    6+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.1%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $75.3M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $820K

    Price Range

    7%

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    Stephanie Coho

    Compass RE

    8 Years of experience

    57+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 4.41%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $101.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $300K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Marc Pollak profile picture
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    Marc Pollak

    Keller Williams Greater Newark

    20 Years of experience

    55+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.15%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $101.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $2.8M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Michael McGavisk

    Keller Williams Realty

    40 Years of experience

    41+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 5.57%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $73.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.4M

    Price Range

    4%

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    Gary Bright

    Tesla Realty Group

    14 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 7.98%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $50.6M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $1.1M

    Price Range

    8%

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    Jason Zang

    REMAX Chesapeake

    11 Years of experience

    82+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.51%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $122.4M

    All-Time Sales

    $250K - $1.5M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Laura Correa

    Keller Williams Realty

    5 Years of experience

    34+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 8.82%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $19.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $230K - $580K

    Price Range

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    Michael Aldridge

    Compass RE

    8 Years of experience

    17+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 9.24%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $32M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $900K

    Price Range

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    KatieJo Shank

    RE/MAX of Reading

    18 Years of experience

    119+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 11.45%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $65.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $260K - $1.6M

    Price Range

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    Alan Ferguson

    Long and Foster

    23 Years of experience

    1+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 12.18%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $24.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $240K - $840K

    Price Range

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    Scott Kompa

    EXP Realty

    20 Years of experience

    66+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 12.5%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $430M

    All-Time Sales

    $170K - $1.2M

    Price Range

    6%

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    Gary Mercer Sr

    LPT Realty

    39 Years of experience

    661+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 12.61%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $667.8M

    All-Time Sales

    $490K - $3.7M

    Price Range

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    Melissa Squier

    Iron valley real estate premier

    12 Years of experience

    15+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 13.24%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $119.5M

    All-Time Sales

    $210K - $2.2M

    Price Range

    5%

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    Loren Keim

    Century 21 Keim Realtors

    42 Years of experience

    155+ Sales in the last 12 months

    Top 13.34%

    in Wilmington, DE

    $468.2M

    All-Time Sales

    $190K - $1.7M

    Price Range

    7%

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    Do Top Wilmington Agents Sell Faster?

    The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Wilmington sell in a median of 29 days, compared with the Wilmington market median of 39 days on market.

    Top-ranked agents29 days
    Wilmington market39 days

    About 10 days faster (26% quicker than the Wilmington market)

    Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Wilmington agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Wilmington market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.

    When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Wilmington?

    Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Wilmington sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in July. To hit that window, plan to list around June.

    Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)

    39Jan48Feb47Mar43Apr39May39Jun36Jul37Aug36Sep37Oct36Nov38Dec

    July

    Best month to sell

    36 days

    Typical time on market

    99%

    Of asking price

    Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Wilmington, 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.

    Home Values by Neighborhood in Wilmington

    Median home values across Wilmington, DE neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.

    Greenville

    +14% over 5 years

    $831K

    Brandywine Hills

    +31% over 5 years

    $447K

    Wawaset

    +21% over 5 years

    $382K

    Happy Valley

    +20% over 5 years

    $298K

    Forty Acres

    +12% over 5 years

    $293K

    Cool Spring

    +21% over 5 years

    $279K

    Triangle

    +22% over 5 years

    $275K

    Midtown Brandywine

    +23% over 5 years

    $254K

    Riverfront

    $240K

    Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.

    What These Numbers Mean for Wilmington Buyers and Sellers

    Wilmington's market currently shows a median sale price of $249,875, with homes moving at a measured pace of 39 days. The Housing Market Trends module above tracks the underlying data, but the more useful question is where negotiating leverage actually sits. Three indicators tell that story together. With 29.8% of homes selling above list and 44.9% going off the market within two weeks, demand for well-priced, move-in-ready inventory remains genuine. At the same time, 31.1% of listings have taken a price cut, and months of supply stands at 3.3, which points to a market that has room for both sides to negotiate rather than one that clearly favors sellers.

    What Wilmington Home Prices Mean for You

    Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Wilmington goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.

    Income Required to Buy in Wilmington
    $77,100
    Median home price$249,875
    Down payment (20%)$49,975
    Loan amount$199,900
    Monthly payment (PITI)$1,800

    Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.67% mortgage rate (as of August 13, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.

    Wilmington Market Temperature
    Buyer's Market Balanced Seller's Market
    Balanced
    Days on Market 39 days
    Sale-to-List Price 98.37%
    Price Trend (YoY) +11.1%
    Estimated Monthly Payment
    Total Monthly Payment
    $1,800
    Principal & Interest
    $1,286
    Property Taxes
    $239
    Insurance
    $275
    PMI
    $0

    Based on $249,875 median home price with 20% down at 6.67% (as of August 13, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.

    Wilmington Market: Then vs Now
    Median Sale Price
    One Year Ago $224,991
    Today $249,875
    +11.1%
    Days on Market
    One Year Ago 38 days
    Today 39 days
    +1 day days
    Sale-to-List Price
    One Year Ago 98.9%
    Today 98.37%
    -0.55%
    What this shift means: Year over year, the median sale price moved +11.1% while market time reflects a +1 day change and the sale-to-list ratio shifted -0.55%. For buyers, longer time on market and a softer sale-to-list ratio mean more negotiating room than a year ago, particularly on listings that have already lingered. For sellers, it signals that pricing accurately from day one matters more than ever, since overpricing now tends to invite the price drops that 31.1% of listings have already made.

    Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Wilmington MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.

    What to Look for in a Wilmington Realtor

    Choosing an agent on name recognition or a familiar yard sign tells you little about how someone actually performs on price and timeline. EffectiveAgents analyzed 904 local transactions to rank agents on measured outcomes rather than advertising spend. Jeff Stape at Compass is the current top-ranked agent, with 981 career transactions and $201.6M in all-time sales volume. That kind of volume matters most in negotiation: with 29.8% of Wilmington homes selling above list, knowing when to hold firm and when to concede separates a strong result from an average one. Experienced agents work across distinct submarkets, from the rowhomes of Little Italy and Hedgeville to the higher-priced blocks of The Highlands and Trolley Square, and they price to each one rather than to a citywide average. When you review candidates, look past a single glowing testimonial and study the pattern across reviews and closed deals for consistency.

    How We Rank Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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.

    Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.

    Data last updated: July 2026

    Wilmington Real Estate Agent FAQs

    Who is the best real estate agent in Wilmington, DE?

    The current top-ranked agent in Wilmington, DE is Jeff Stape at Compass, with 981 completed transactions and $201.6M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents does not rank on advertising or self-reported claims. Instead, we analyzed 904 local transactions and measured agents on real outcomes such as sale price relative to list and days on market. Of 952 licensed agents in the area, 56 met our performance criteria, so the shortlist reflects verified results rather than name recognition.

    How were these Wilmington 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 Wilmington?

    Our data covers 952 real estate agents serving the Wilmington area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Wilmington market data, not simply everyone holding a license.

    What does the median sale price in Wilmington mean for sellers?

    Wilmington's median sale price is $249,875 as of July 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 Wilmington?

    The median home in Wilmington currently takes 39 days to sell, and market time reflects a +1 day change from last year. That figure covers the active listing period only, so add roughly 30 to 45 days for closing once an offer is accepted. Your actual timeline depends on pricing accuracy, condition, and location. With 44.9% of homes going under contract within two weeks, correctly priced and well-presented listings often move much faster than the median, while overpriced homes tend to sit and eventually join the 31.1% of listings that reduce price.

    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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington realtor before hiring them?

    Ask how many homes they have closed in Wilmington 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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