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BRIGHTON, MI 48116

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The BRIGHTON, MI real estate market (48116) currently shows 70 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 36 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 36 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 9.5% year-over-year, from $364,975 to $399,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 26,999  ·  Density: 282.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $101,881

Typical home value: $330,425  ·  Homeownership: 85.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
70
⇧ 6.1% vs 66 last year
Pending
31
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$399,500
⇧ 9.5% vs $364,975 last year
Average Price
$449,348
⇩ 0.8% vs $453,051 last year
Days on Market
36
⇧ 2.9% vs 35 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$241
⇧ 0.4% vs $240/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,617 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 70 this year vs 66 last year
  • Days on market: 36 now vs 35 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $399,500 (+9.5% YoY)
  • Average: $449,348 (-0.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.3 miles — 588 listings ($353,266,209 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
48116Brighton, MI 481160.0 mi67$30,529,488$429,450$455,664
48189Whitmore Lake, MI 481896.4 mi29$15,502,414$471,500$534,566
48380Milford, MI 483807.8 mi8$7,659,736$789,999$957,467
48843Howell, MI 488438.5 mi105$53,837,385$430,000$512,737
48381Milford, MI 4838110.4 mi82$50,957,096$575,000$621,428
48393Wixom, MI 4839312.0 mi30$12,480,900$365,000$416,030
48357Highland, MI 4835712.5 mi16$9,820,304$599,900$613,769
48374Novi, MI 4837413.3 mi15$13,514,100$749,500$900,940
48168Northville, MI 4816814.0 mi55$47,095,070$600,000$856,274
48855Howell, MI 4885514.3 mi66$32,072,040$392,053$485,940
48137Gregory, MI 4813715.2 mi12$5,349,288$439,000$445,774
48170Plymouth, MI 4817015.8 mi86$61,700,700$535,000$717,450
48383White Lake, MI 4838316.3 mi17$12,747,688$529,950$749,864

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BRIGHTON, MI 48116?

As of February 2026, there are 70 active listings in BRIGHTON, MI (zip code 48116), compared to 66 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BRIGHTON, MI 48116?

The median listing price in BRIGHTON, MI 48116 is $399,500 as of February 2026, a 9.5% increase from $364,975 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in BRIGHTON, MI?

Homes in BRIGHTON, MI 48116 spend an average of 36 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 35 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BRIGHTON, MI 48116?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, BRIGHTON, MI 48116 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 36 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in BRIGHTON, MI?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BRIGHTON, MI 48116 save an estimated $7,990 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $399,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.