Lindsay Patten - Realtor - Keller Williams Realty of Delmarva

03/16/2026

📊 February Market Update | Year-Over-Year Snapshot
Ocean City, MD | Worcester County, MD | Sussex County, DE
(Comparing February 2026 to February 2025)

February’s numbers show a coastal market that is adjusting and balancing, with inventory continuing to grow while buyer activity remains steady in several segments.

Ocean City, MD
• Time on market increased to 82 days
• Average price adjusted slightly downward
• New listings declined year over year
• Closed sales increased
• Active inventory continues to rise

Worcester County, MD
• Homes are taking longer to sell year over year
• Average prices remained relatively stable
• New listings declined
• Closed sales increased
• Inventory continues to build

Sussex County, DE
• Time on market slightly higher year over year
• Average prices increased modestly
• New listings declined
• Closed sales dipped slightly
• Active inventory continues trending upward

📌 What this tells us:
Across all three markets we’re seeing more inventory and longer selling timelines, while pricing overall remains relatively stable depending on location and property type.

A market like this rewards strong strategy, proper pricing, and local expertise more than ever.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Ocean City, Worcester County, or Sussex County, I’m always happy to walk through the numbers and what they mean for your specific property or goals.

02/19/2026

📊 January Market Update | Year Over Year
Comparing January 2026 to January 2025
Ocean City, MD | Worcester County, MD | Sussex County, DE

When we zoom out and compare year over year, the trend across all three markets is clear: inventory is up, homes are taking longer to sell, and pricing has adjusted in certain segments.

Here’s what January shows:

Ocean City, MD
• Time on market increased significantly
• Average price dipped slightly
• New listings and closed sales declined
• Active inventory increased

Worcester County, MD
• Time on market up notably
• Average price down year over year
• Fewer new listings and closings
• Inventory levels rising

Sussex County, DE
• Longer days on market
• Pricing relatively stable year over year
• Slight decline in new listings and sales
• Inventory continuing to build

📌 The takeaway:
We are in a more balanced, deliberate market than we were a year ago. Buyers have more options. Sellers must be strategic with pricing and presentation. The urgency we saw in early 2025 has softened.

This is not a crash. It’s normalization.

If you’re thinking about making a move in 2026, understanding the year-over-year shifts is critical. Hyper-local data matters more than national headlines.

Reach out if you’d like to review what this means for your listing or buying strategy.

REALTOR® MD & DE
Keller Williams Realty of Delmarva
6200 Coastal Hwy. Ste.101 | Ocean City, MD 21842
O (410) 524-6400 | C (443) 924-0698

02/14/2026

❤️ Fall in Love with Swann Cove ❤️
🏡 TODAY OPEN HOUSE
📍 37007 Owl Drive, Selbyville, DE
🗓 Saturday, February 14th | 11AM–1PM

This popular Seaspray Model (approx. 2,200 sq ft) offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a layout that truly lives well. The open kitchen + living space features a stunning 2-story shiplap wall, gas fireplace, oversized counters, double wall oven, and tons of storage.

Main-level primary suite ✔️
Flex room/4th bedroom ✔️
4-Season Florida Room ✔️
Loft + 2 spacious upstairs bedrooms ✔️
New roof (2024) + new HVAC (2025) ✔️

Outside you’ll find a rear deck, large patio, and beautifully landscaped yard — all just 3 miles from the DE/MD beaches. Swann Cove amenities include a pool, pier/dock, walking trails, fitness center & more for $300/quarter HOA.

Estate Sale. Sold As-Is.

If house hunting is your love language, I’ll see you today. 💌🏡

REALTOR® MD & DE
Keller Williams Realty of Delmarva
6200 Coastal Hwy. Ste.101 | Ocean City, MD 21842
O (410) 524-6400 | C (443) 924-0698

01/20/2026

📊 December Month-Over-Month Market Update
Ocean City, MD | Worcester County, MD | Sussex County, DE

As we closed out December, month-over-month data shows a clear seasonal shift across our coastal markets — slower new inventory, longer timelines, and selective buyer activity.

Ocean City, MD
• Time on market edged up
• Average prices adjusted downward
• New listings dropped significantly
• Closed sales increased
• Active inventory continues to rise

This reflects buyers capitalizing on reduced competition while sellers who were positioned correctly still saw movement.

Worcester County, MD
• Similar increase in time on market
• Average prices remained relatively stable
• New listings declined sharply
• Closed sales held steady
• Inventory levels increased

The takeaway here is balance — fewer new listings, but continued buyer engagement for well-priced properties.

Sussex County, DE
• Time on market increased notably
• Average prices rose month-over-month
• New listings and closed sales both declined
• Active inventory continues to build

Buyers are taking their time, and pricing strategy is becoming increasingly important for sellers.

💡 Why this matters:
Month-over-month data highlights short-term momentum. Heading into the new year, strategy, pricing, and local insight will matter more than market headlines.

If you’d like to review what these shifts mean for your specific neighborhood, price point, or plans for 2026, I’m always happy to talk through the numbers.

01/15/2026

FREE TRAINING ALERT 🚨 | In-Person Only

The market is shifting.
The real question is: is your business built to shift with it—or will it get left behind?

Join us for Winning in a Shifting Market: How Top Agents Win When the Market Shifts, a live, in-person roadshow with John Newman. This high-impact training pulls back the curtain on what top producers do differently when conditions change—how they adjust their mindset, strategy, and ex*****on to stay relevant, confident, and in control.

You’ll walk away with practical insights on:
- How top agents adapt quickly when the market shifts
- Where opportunities actually exist right now
- How to protect (and grow) market share heading into 2026

📍 Friday, January 23rd
🕘 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
🎟️ Keller Williams Realty of Delmarva - 6200 Coastal Hwy. Ste. 101, Ocean City, MD

If you’re serious about heading into 2026 with clarity, confidence, and momentum—this is a room you want to be in.

👉 Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winning-in-a-shifting-market-ocean-city-md-tickets-1979986185982?aff=ebemoffollowpublishemail&ref=eemail&utm_campaign=following_published_event&utm_content=follow_notification&utm_medium=email&utm_source=eventbrite

01/08/2026

National headlines matter—but local data matters more.
If you want to understand what this really means for our market and how to navigate it strategically, reach out. I’m your local data expert, and I’m happy to break it down.

Housing affordability is expected to take center stage in 2026, with President Donald Trump promising to announce "the most aggressive housing reform in history" early in the new year.

The crisis has strained the market for three years, pushing home sales to 30-year lows and driving the typical first-time buyer’s age to a record 40.

A new analysis finds that restoring 2019 affordability—when mortgage payments averaged 21% of median income, versus more than 30% today—would require one unlikely shift: mortgage rates falling to 2.65%, incomes rising 56% to $132,171, or home prices dropping 35% to $273,000. While none are expected in 2026, the data highlights how far the market remains from pre-pandemic affordability.

12/18/2025

📊 November Month-Over-Month Market Update | Ocean City, Worcester County & Sussex County

A look at how our local markets shifted month-over-month in November reveals a clear theme: more inventory, longer timelines, and a more deliberate pace overall.

Ocean City & Worcester County, MD
• Time on market increased
• Average prices moved upward
• New listings and active inventory grew
• Closed sales dipped slightly

This points to a market where buyers are being more selective and sellers must be intentional with pricing and presentation to stand out.

Sussex County, DE
• Inventory continues to rise
• Fewer new listings and closed sales
• Average prices softened month-over-month

Here, we’re seeing buyers take their time while well-positioned listings continue to move.

💡 Why this matters:
Month-over-month shifts often signal short-term momentum changes. Understanding these trends helps buyers and sellers adjust strategy now — not after the market moves again.

If you’d like to review what this means for your specific neighborhood or price point, I’m always happy to walk through the numbers.

09/25/2025

✨ OPEN HOUSE ✨
Looking for a home that truly fits your lifestyle? 🏡
Join me this Saturday, September 27th from 10am–Noon at 120 Augusta Dr #18, Ocean View, DE and tour this beautifully updated townhome listed at $419,900.

With 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and over 2,200 sq. ft. of flexible living space, this one checks all the boxes — from a loft retreat with walk-in closet, to a cozy screened porch overlooking a peaceful pond. 🌿☕

Plus, you’ll love the resort-style amenities at Fairway Village: pool, clubhouse, fitness center, tennis, and more — just minutes from Bethany Beach!

📍 Come see why this home feels like the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience.

👉 Hosted by Lindsay Patten, REALTOR® MD & DE
Keller Williams Realty of Delmarva
📞 Office (410) 524-6400 | Cell (443) 924-0698

08/15/2025

🚤✨ Open House Tomorrow in Hidden Harbour! ✨🚤

Come see this beautiful waterfront property with its own boat slip in the heart of Ocean City! 🏖️⚓

📍 Hidden Harbour III – 12301 Jamaica Ave
📅 Saturday, August 16th
⏰ 10:00 AM – NOON

Whether you’re looking for your dream beach getaway or a smart investment, this location offers the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. Steps from the water, minutes from the beach, and surrounded by all the charm of OCMD. 🌊☀️

Don’t miss your chance to explore this gem in person — and picture your boat just steps from your back door! 🚤

06/28/2025

🚨 Pop-Up Alert in Fenwick Village! 🚨
Looking for your dream beach home without the million-dollar price tag? 👀
Stop by our Riverview pop-up sales center TODAY — we’re here until 6PM!

🌊 Waterfront manufactured home community
📍 Minutes from OCMD beaches
🏡 Starting in the mid $200s
✨ Tucked along the scenic St. Martin River

Come chat with us, take a peek at what makes Riverview so special, and let’s talk about how to make your beach home dreams a reality.

06/24/2025

🚨 Thinking About Joining a Real Estate Team?
KW Realty of Delmarva is home to some of the top producing teams serving Worcester, Wicomico, and Somerset Counties in MD — and Sussex County, DE.

Whether you’re craving mentorship, better systems, stronger leads, or just ready to level up… they’re hiring.

Want the inside scoop? Let’s talk.
📩 Contact me today @ (443) 924-0698, [email protected] today and find out which team might be the perfect fit for you.