Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 576,195 ↓ 0.1% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $88,576 19% above national median |
| Median Home Value | $302,400 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% |
| Median Age | 39.0 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 5.5% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 46 transactions |
| Active Listings | 50 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 564 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $158,940 |
| Recent Sales | 20 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 206 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 6.78 acres |
| Active Listings | 17 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 3.50 | $550,000 | $157,323 | 887 Red Hill Rd | Aston |
| Feb 2026 | 1.86 | $1,325,000 | $711,792 | 310 Stoney Knoll Ln Lot 17 | Berwyn |
| Jan 2026 | 1.04 | $1,170,000 | $1,125,000 | 3314 Saint Davids Rd | Newtown Square |
| Nov 2025 | 2.43 | $340,000 | $139,932 | 4 Camly Ln | Chadds Ford |
| Nov 2025 | 4.53 | $720,000 | $158,940 | 1285 Gradyville Rd | Glen Mills |
| Nov 2025 | 1.64 | $55,000 | $33,537 | 1676 Larkin Rd | Upper Chichester |
| Oct 2025 | 1.00 | $140,000 | $140,000 | 1351 Baltimore Pike | Chadds Ford |
| Oct 2025 | 1.34 | $1,525,000 | $1,138,060 | 1052 Eagle Rd | Wayne |
| Aug 2025 | 8.54 | $2,995,000 | $350,703 | 40 Oakland Rd | West Chester |
| Aug 2025 | 2.80 | $200,000 | $71,429 | 0 Forest Ln | Glen Mills |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 2.58 | $380,000 | $147,287 | 1257 Zebley Rd | Garnet Valley |
| Jun 2025 | 2.00 | $1,365,000 | $682,500 | 319 Stoney Knoll Ln | Berwyn |
| Jun 2025 | 28.00 | $1,252,215 | $44,722 | 1000 W Ridge Rd | Linwood |
| Jun 2025 | 24.00 | $8,150,000 | $339,583 | 704-710 S Old Middletown Rd | Media |
| May 2025 | 4.91 | $675,800 | $137,637 | 1118 Wilson Ave | Glen Mills |
| May 2025 | 1.00 | $1,250,000 | $1,250,000 | 180 Abrahams Ln | Villanova |
| Apr 2025 | 2.24 | $1,370,000 | $611,607 | 318 Stoney Knoll Ln | Berwyn |
| Apr 2025 | 37.89 | $20,000 | $528 | Braddock Rd | Cumberland |
| Mar 2025 | 1.02 | $245,000 | $240,455 | LOT 3 Garnet Mine Rd | Garnet Valley |
| Mar 2025 | 3.30 | $440,000 | $133,333 | 1264 Baltimore Pike | Chadds Ford |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $60,000 |
| Recent Sales | 26 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 102 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.25 acres |
| Active Listings | 34 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 0.06 | $9,000 | 725 Fern St | Lansdowne |
| Feb 2026 | 0.02 | $7,000 | 651 Darby Ter | Darby |
| Feb 2026 | 0.22 | $79,999 | 1022 & 1024 Kingsman Rd | Marcus Hook |
| Jan 2026 | 0.10 | $25,000 | 0 Gorsuch St | Folsom |
| Jan 2026 | 0.03 | $1,000 | 886 Main St | Darby |
| Dec 2025 | 0.05 | $13,750 | 808 E 9th St | Chester |
| Dec 2025 | 0.30 | $325,000 | 978 Township Line Rd | Wynnewood |
| Dec 2025 | 0.69 | $1,225,000 | 12 Lockwood Ln Lot 7 | Villanova |
| Dec 2025 | 0.13 | $60,000 | 0 S 6th St | Darby |
| Dec 2025 | 0.18 | $85,000 | Harrison St | Ridley Park |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 0.14 | $25,000 | 10 N Penn St | Clifton Heights |
| Dec 2025 | 0.19 | $45,000 | 315 Callender Ln | Wallingford |
| Dec 2025 | 0.23 | $50,000 | 126 Youngs Ave | Woodlyn |
| Dec 2025 | 0.51 | $250,000 | 228 Parkway Cir | Broomall |
| Dec 2025 | 0.25 | $25,000 | 1501-03 Edgmont Ave | Chester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.48 | $61,500 | 604-608 Main St | Marcus Hook |
| Nov 2025 | 0.13 | $2,250 | Wells Ave | Broomall |
| Nov 2025 | 0.39 | $83,500 | 0 E 15th St | Chester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.11 | $244,000 | 0 Chestnut St | Newtown Square |
| Oct 2025 | 0.70 | $382,200 | 1537 Grand Oak Ln | Garnet Valley |
| Oct 2025 | 0.05 | $12,000 | 943 Springfield Rd | Darby |
| Oct 2025 | 0.35 | $75,000 | 0 E 19th St | Chester |
| Oct 2025 | 0.28 | $135,000 | 565 State Rd | Media |
| Sep 2025 | 0.04 | $13,000 | 220 N Front St | Darby |
| Sep 2025 | 0.02 | $6,500 | 616 & 618 Penn St | Chester |
| Sep 2025 | 0.73 | $1,275,000 | 16 Lockwood Ln Lot 6 | Villanova |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 576,195 |
| Population (2020) | 576,830 |
| Population Growth | -0.11% |
| Median Household Income | $88,576 |
| Median Home Value | $302,400 |
| Total Housing Units | 229,390 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 12,730 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 5.5% |
| Median Age | 39.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 92,346 (16.0%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 3.5% |
Market Overview
Delaware County, Pennsylvania has a population of 576,195, which has declined 0.11% since 2020. The median household income is $88,576, above the national median of $74,580 by 18.8%. With a median home value of $302,400 and an unemployment rate of 3.5%, the local economy is strong. The housing vacancy rate of 5.5% suggests tight market conditions. Delaware County remains a key area for land acquisition in Pennsylvania. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $157,323 per acre, with properties averaging 4.90 acres. There are currently 50 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Delaware County, Pennsylvania?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Delaware County has a population of 576,195. The county has declined 0.11% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Delaware County?
The median household income in Delaware County is $88,576, which is 18.8% above the national median of $74,580.
Is Delaware County growing or shrinking?
Delaware County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.11% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Delaware County?
The median home value in Delaware County is $302,400. The housing vacancy rate is 5.5%, which suggests tight market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, indicating a strong local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $157,323 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $28,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Delaware County, Pennsylvania?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Pennsylvania, including Delaware County. We make cash offers within 24-48 hours, close in 14-30 days, and pay all closing costs. Get your free cash offer today.
Data Sources: Market data reflects recent vacant land transactions in the county. Demographic data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (2023), Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). Updated monthly.