The market right now
Source: Bright MLS. Average price and days: July–September 2026 sales. Homes for sale: early October 2026. Trends: last 12 months. U.S. days on market: Realtor.com, September 2026. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
What’s selling fastest
Split-levels are the hottest style.
A median 5 days on market, with 74% selling over asking.
Bigger lots move faster.
Homes on the largest lots sold in 5 days, versus 10.5 on the smallest.
Three-bedrooms go quickly.
A median 6 days on market.
Patterns in what sold over the last 12 months, not guarantees for any one home.
Neighborhoods
The typical home that sold here was built in 1956, and about 8 in 10 were built before 1980.
Living in Claymont
Things to do
- Robinson HouseA historic 18th-century house along the Naamans Creek.
- Claymont train stationSEPTA and DART service from the new transportation center.
- Fox Point State ParkRiver views just down Route 13.
Where to eat
- Claymont Steak ShopThe original, grilling cheesesteaks on Philadelphia Pike since 1966.
Picks include local favorites from Delaware Today’s Best of Delaware. Hours, menus and event dates change, so check before you go. Have a favorite I missed? Tell me.
Schools
Claymont is served by the Brandywine School District. Assigned schools depend on the exact address, so check any home you’re considering.
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