What is the median sale price in Brighton?

The current median sale price in the Brighton zip code is $750K, based on the most recent NWMLS market data refreshed Jul 2026. Typical asking prices in Brighton run Single-family $600K–$950K, updated and view homes $1M–$1.3M.

How competitive is the Brighton real estate market right now?

Median days-on-market in Brighton is currently 20 days, with 180 active listings tracked in this zip code as of Jul 2026. The market here moves quickly. Most well-priced homes are receiving strong activity within the first two weeks.

Which schools serve Brighton?

Seattle Public Schools; Hawthorne or Wing Luke Elementary, Mercer Middle School, Franklin or Rainier Beach High School. School attendance areas are reviewed annually by the district — verify your exact address at seattleschools.org/admissions before relying on assignments for a purchase decision.

How do I buy or sell a home in Brighton?

RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Brighton and the broader Seattle market. For buyers, we provide curated active listings, off-market opportunities, and a tailored offer strategy. For sellers, we prepare an agent-reviewed valuation and a custom listing plan. Reach the team via the contact links on this page.

Brighton real estate.

Quiet South Seattle residential community.

Median sale price: $750K
Days on market: 20
Active listings: 180

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Brighton South Seattle quiet residential neighborhood with craftsman bungalows and mature trees

About Brighton

Brighton is a small South Seattle neighborhood tucked between Columbia City and Rainier Beach, primarily residential and quiet. The character is established working- and middle-class with a strong sense of long-term community.

Housing is mostly mid-century single-family homes on standard lots, with some larger renovated properties on the higher streets toward Seward Park. Buyers come for South Seattle pricing and short drives to Columbia City's restaurants and the Light Rail.

Median Sale Price

$750K

20 days on market · 6.0 mo supply

180 active listings · updated Jul 2026

Schools

Seattle Public Schools; Hawthorne or Wing Luke Elementary, Mercer Middle School, Franklin or Rainier Beach High School

Commute

15–20 min to downtown via Light Rail from Columbia City or Othello stations. 15 min drive via I-5.

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Active homes for sale in Brighton

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Common questions about Brighton real estate

What is the median sale price in Brighton?: The current median sale price in the Brighton zip code is $750K, based on the most recent NWMLS market data refreshed Jul 2026. Typical asking prices in Brighton run Single-family $600K–$950K, updated and view homes $1M–$1.3M.
How competitive is the Brighton real estate market right now?: Median days-on-market in Brighton is currently 20 days, with 180 active listings tracked in this zip code as of Jul 2026. The market here moves quickly. Most well-priced homes are receiving strong activity within the first two weeks.
Which schools serve Brighton?: Seattle Public Schools; Hawthorne or Wing Luke Elementary, Mercer Middle School, Franklin or Rainier Beach High School. School attendance areas are reviewed annually by the district — verify your exact address at seattleschools.org/admissions before relying on assignments for a purchase decision.
What is the commute like from Brighton?: 15–20 min to downtown via Light Rail from Columbia City or Othello stations. 15 min drive via I-5.
How do I buy or sell a home in Brighton?: RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Brighton and the broader Seattle market. For buyers, we provide curated active listings, off-market opportunities, and a tailored offer strategy. For sellers, we prepare an agent-reviewed valuation and a custom listing plan. Reach the team via the contact links on this page.

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