Is Hockessin, DE a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Hockessin is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since December 2023

Since last year, Hockessin has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Hockessin is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Hockessin, DE

How much do homes in Hockessin, DE cost?

Median Sold Price

$600,000

$211/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since December 2023

+$75,000(+14.3%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Hockessin have sold for 14.3% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Hockessin was $600,000 in December 2024, up 14.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $211.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSDec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
1 --
N/A
2 $325K$337.5K
+3.8%
3 $453K$410K
-9.5%
4 $620K$640K
+3.2%
5+ $748.7K$750K
0.2%

Summary: Hockessin housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.8%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 9.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 0.2%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Kennett Township
+15.3%
Hockessin
+14.3%
Piedmont
+8.7%
Pike Creek-Central Kirkwood
+2.7%

Housing Supply in Hockessin, DE

How many homes are available in Hockessin, DE?

Number of Homes For Sale

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
3723-37.8%

Summary: The Hockessin real estate market had 23 homes for sale in December 2024, a 37.8% decrease compared to November 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 31
-66.7%
3 65
-16.7%
4 1910
-47.4%
5+ 97
-22.2%

Summary: The Hockessin housing inventory by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 66.7%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 16.7%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 47.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 22.2%.

Number of Homes Sold

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
135-61.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

2 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Hockessin, you may be able to get a good deal. 40% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 5 homes were sold or pending in Hockessin in December 2024, down by 61.5% month-over-month. Of the 5 sold homes, 40% were sold under asking, 40% were sold at asking, and 20% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Hockessin, DE

How long does it take to sell a home in Hockessin, DE?

Average Sale Time

Dec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
11 Days11 Days0.2%

Summary: Homes in Hockessin had an average of 11 days on market in Dec 2024, up by 0.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

5 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Hockessin are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During December 2024, 5 homes were sold in Hockessin; 100% of homes were sold within 30 days, 0% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

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