Housing in Seaford, DE
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$305,292
Seaford vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Seaford is highlighted.
Median Home Value
62nd%ilemost expensive$223,700show rank
Median Rent
67th%ilemost expensive rent$1,148show rank
Rent Burden
89th%ilehighest rent burden26.9%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$223,700
Median Rent
$1,148
Total Housing Units
3,802
Vacancy Rate
9.6%
Owner Occupied
49.6%
Renter Occupied
50.4%
Median Property Tax
$1,203
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,279
Housing Types
Single Family61.6%
Multi-Family38.4%
Mobile Home0.0%
The median home value in Seaford, DE is $223,700. According to Zillow, the home value index for Seaford is $305,292. The median rent is $1,148 per month (Census ACS). About 49.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1979. There are 3,802 total housing units.