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Lydia Ragonese

RealtorĀ®
lydia.ragonese@compass.com
M: 302-222-9526
O: 302-202-9855

Awards

* 2024 KCAR Realtor of the Year
* 2024 DAR Realtor of the Year Nominee
* 2024 & 2023 Chair of the KCAR Diversity Equity and Inclusivity (DEI) Committee
* 2023 Kent County Association of Realtors (KCAR) Spirit Award
* 2024 - Present - Latina, Woman Owned, Small Business Owner - Lydia's Laundry, Wilm, DE
* 2023 - Present - Latina, Woman Owned, Small Business Owner - Trolley Laundry, Wilm, DE
* 2024 - Committee Member DAR, DEI Committee
* Associate Broker
* Pricing Strategy Advisor, PSA
* Certified MILITARY Residential Specialist
* Certified Re-Marketing Sales Specialist
* Certified Residential Probate Specialist
* Experienced REO Listing Agent
* Hablo ESPAƑOL
* Certified Tourism Ambassador
* MBA, Project Management Scholar

Specialties

Home Sellers  - Marketing, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Negotiation, Counsel, Experience
Home Buyers  - First time Homebuyers: Strategic Planning, Counsel, Experience
Military
Retirees
REO/Foreclosure
Corporate Relocation
Military Relocation
Probate
Investors
Languages: English, Spanish



Client Testimonials

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"Lydia went above and beyond the call of duty! Knew she was the right agent from our first interaction."-Bridgette T.

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ā€œLydia is fabulous! She was my realtor when I purchased this house and the selling of the same house! She always goes above and beyond your expectations! She treats you like family as if it is her house she is selling! She was always there for me to address all my concerns! If it wasn't for her I don't feel I would've got above the asking price! Thank you Lydia . I have the upmost respect for you. I don't feel like you're my realtor. You're part of my family like a sister to me.ā€œ-Linda

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ā€œLydia was easy to work with and understood the area that we were selling the home. She had our best interests in mind at all times and we were able to quickly find several offers and eventually a buyer.ā€œ-Jason H.

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ā€œLydia is very professional, knowledgeable, and easy and very nice to work with. Awesome.ā€œ-Terry K.

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ā€œMs Ragonese was and is the most knowledgeable Realtor I have ever met. Not was she also friendly but kept me in the loop continuously. Advised us in every step of the sale to allow us to me make the right decision and we were righteously pleased with the outcome...a "feather in her cap".ā€œ-Freddy R.

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ā€œLydia has been very helpful to me and my wife. She listed our lot and it sold within a week. She knew what to list it for and I believe she told a couple investors that were interested. We will have her help us buy our next home when we are ready. That should be within the next 6 months to a year if the interest rates aren't too high. I'm not in a rush ANF she knows this. But we've appreciated her helping us with her experience to make things easier on us so far. Thanks Lydia!ā€œ-Roger C.

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ā€œSold house within a week. very pleased.ā€œ-Michael N.

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ā€œI would highly recommend Lydia for your next home purchase if you are looking for someone who is an effective communicator honest and someone who pays attention to details.ā€œ-Kyle & Amy S.

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ā€œLydia was the best! She was prepared and professional. When we interviewed agents to sell our home Lydia had compiled a brief worthy of a Supreme Court presentation. She navigated the perils of the pandemic and found rock solid buyers for our home. She arranged for a superb presentation for the internet portion of the process. She worked with us to sell our home quickly and safely. You will not find a better agent in Delaware.ā€œ-Michelle P.


Education

Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor - Are you confused about what your house is worth?  Are you concerned that your home will be under valued? I will help you find the perfect price so that you get the most bang for your buck!

Certified Re-Marketing Sales Specialist - Have you tried to sell your house and it just didn't sell?  I will help you develop a strategy that is specific to your home and I will get your house sold! 

Certified Military Residential Specialist -The knowledge and experience to navigate your circumstances as a military member is essential.  You may have moved many times. You may travel due to small or long assignments.  As a spouse of a military member and first responder, I have the heart and know how to help you along the way.

Certified Probate Specialist - Sometimes selling a home is filled with mixed emotions. You may have to sell a parents home, a home you grew up in, or a home you raised a family in. Not only should your Real Estate Professional understand the Probate process, discretion and sensitivity are of the utmost importance.  My experience and commitment to your needs are paramount. 


About Lydia

Read Lydia's Google Reviews

"Real estate is more than a transactionā€”it's a major life decision. My role is to provide strategic guidance, honest advice, and unwavering advocacy so you can move forward with confidence."

Lydia Ragonese

Associate Broker | Compass RE

Strategic Guidance for Your Journey Home

Lydia Ragonese is an award-winning Associate Broker with Compass, serving buyers and sellers throughout Delaware. With more than 14 years of real estate experience, an MBA, and advanced certifications in pricing strategy, probate sales, military residential sales, and property re-marketing, Lydia is known for combining market expertise with a thoughtful, client-first approach.

In 2024, Lydia was honored as Kent County Realtor of the Year and was nominated for Delaware Realtor of the Year. While these recognitions are meaningful, she considers her greatest accomplishment to be the trust she earns from her clients and the lasting relationships built through exceptional service.

Known for her calm demeanor, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities, Lydia helps clients navigate every stage of the real estate journey with confidence. Whether assisting a first-time homebuyer, guiding a family through a probate sale, supporting a military relocation, or helping a homeowner maximize value before listing, she is committed to delivering clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and results-driven representation.

Originally from Brooklyn, New York, Lydia relocated to Delaware in 1993. As the daughter of hardworking Puerto Rican entrepreneurs, she developed an early appreciation for perseverance, service, and the importance of homeownership. Those values continue to shape her approach to real estate today. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is passionate about helping clients from all backgrounds feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout the buying and selling process.

Lydia's experience spans a wide range of residential transactions, including relocation, military and VA buyers, probate sales, investors, short sales, distressed properties, retirees, and first-time homebuyers and sellers. As the spouse of a military veteran, she understands the unique challenges and opportunities that come with military moves and takes pride in serving those connected to Dover Air Force Base and Delaware's military community.

What clients appreciate most is Lydia's ability to anticipate challenges before they arise, reduce stress during complex transactions, and create customized strategies that align with their goals. Her approach is rooted in preparation, honesty, advocacy, and a genuine commitment to protecting her clients' best interests.

When she is not working with clients, Lydia enjoys interior design, cooking, reading, Broadway shows, exploring Delaware's communities, and spending time with her family and beloved dogs.

Whether you're buying your first home, preparing to sell a longtime residence, relocating, investing, or navigating a major life transition, Lydia provides the expertise, care, and strategic guidance needed to help you move forward with confidence.

Lydia Ragonese, Realtor, Associate Broker


Lydia Ragoneseā€™s Listings

$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
$480,000 | 135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977
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Listed By CompassPending

$480,000

4
Bedrooms
2,676
Square Feet
0.28
Acres

135 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977

$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
$215,000 | 204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
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Listed By Compass

$215,000

3
Bedrooms
1,075
Square Feet
0.04
Acres

204 South Connell Street, Wilmington, DE 19805

Lydia Ragoneseā€™s Transactions

Past Sales
$600,000 | 18963 Beaver Creek Drive, Harbeson, DE 19951

$600,000

5
Bedrooms
4,686
Square Feet
0.46
Acres

18963 Beaver Creek Drive, Harbeson, DE 19951

$599,000 | 528 Massey Church Road, Smyrna, DE 19977

$599,000

6
Bedrooms
3,988
Square Feet
0.93
Acres

528 Massey Church Road, Smyrna, DE 19977

$529,200 | 90 Nomad Trail, Camden Wyoming, DE 19934

$529,200

3
Bedrooms
2,507
Square Feet
0.37
Acres

90 Nomad Trail, Camden Wyoming, DE 19934

$510,000 | 75 Trouble Lane, Smyrna, DE 19977

$510,000

4
Bedrooms
3,037
Square Feet
0.35
Acres

75 Trouble Lane, Smyrna, DE 19977

$489,000 | 77 Stone Ridge Drive, Dover, DE 19901

$489,000

4
Bedrooms
3,105
Square Feet
0.25
Acres

77 Stone Ridge Drive, Dover, DE 19901

a front view of a house with a yard and potted plants

$485,000

4
Bedrooms
3,233
Square Feet
0.27
Acres

11 Deerberry Drive, Magnolia, DE 19962

$483,000 | 7029 Willow Grove Road, Camden Wyoming, DE 19934

$483,000

4
Bedrooms
3,202
Square Feet
8.3
Acres

7029 Willow Grove Road, Camden Wyoming, DE 19934

$470,000 | 104 Cardinal Hills Parkway, Dover, DE 19904

$470,000

4
Bedrooms
3,372
Square Feet
0.50
Acres

104 Cardinal Hills Parkway, Dover, DE 19904

a front view of a house with a yard

$470,000

4
Bedrooms
2,652
Square Feet
0.76
Acres

43 Gardenia Boulevard, Greenwood, DE 19950

a front view of a house with garden

$470,000

3
Bedrooms
2,707
Square Feet
0.25
Acres

190 Stone Ridge Drive, Dover, DE 19901

$450,000 | 706 North Rodney Street, Wilmington, DE 19805

$450,000

4
Bedrooms
3,200
Square Feet
0.1
Acres

706 North Rodney Street, Wilmington, DE 19805

$445,000 | 234 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977

$445,000

4
Bedrooms
2,853
Square Feet
0.26
Acres

234 Brenford Station Road, Smyrna, DE 19977

$415,000 | 253 Bowman Road, Milford, DE 19963

$415,000

4
Bedrooms
2,800
Square Feet
2.3
Acres

253 Bowman Road, Milford, DE 19963

$410,000 | 130 Emilys Pintail Drive, Bridgeville, DE 19933

$410,000

2
Bedrooms
2,554
Square Feet
0.22
Acres

130 Emilys Pintail Drive, Bridgeville, DE 19933

$400,000 | 75 Mayor Lane, Felton, DE 19943

$400,000

4
Bedrooms
2,123
Square Feet
0.28
Acres

75 Mayor Lane, Felton, DE 19943

$400,000 | 861 Bullen Drive, Middletown, DE 19709

$400,000

3
Bedrooms
3,275
Square Feet
0.82
Acres

861 Bullen Drive, Middletown, DE 19709

$395,000 | 67 Coker Court, Magnolia, DE 19962

$395,000

4
Bedrooms
2,773
Square Feet
0.12
Acres

67 Coker Court, Magnolia, DE 19962

$389,700 | 4 Sanford Drive, Newark, DE 19713

$389,700

4
Bedrooms
1,725
Square Feet
0.18
Acres

4 Sanford Drive, Newark, DE 19713

Past Rentals
a front view of a house with a yard

$1,950

3
Bedrooms
1,954
Square Feet
0.18
Acres

311 Paradee Drive, Dover, DE 19904

a view of a kitchen with microwave and cabinets

$1,000

2
Bedrooms
1,025
Square Feet

109 West Sewell Street, Felton, DE 19943