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BRIGHTON, IL 62012

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Macoupin County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
13
⇧ 18.2% vs 11 last year
Pending
4
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$256,000
⇧ 65.7% vs $154,450 last year
Average Price
$431,533
⇧ 51.2% vs $285,352 last year
Days on Market
59
⇩ 53.2% vs 126 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,678  ·  Density: 42.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,250

Typical home value: $153,285  ·  Homeownership: 90.9%

Market Analysis

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

The BRIGHTON, IL real estate market (62012) currently shows 13 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 126 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 65.7% year-over-year, from $154,450 to $256,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 13 this year vs 11 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 126 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $256,000 (+65.7% YoY)
  • Average: $431,533 (+51.2% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 17.4 miles — 221 listings ($51,791,537 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62012Brighton, IL 620120.0 mi13$5,609,929$256,000$431,533
62035Godfrey, IL 620357.2 mi46$13,249,334$251,150$288,029
62022Dow, IL 6202210.0 mi4$1,383,840$399,900$345,960
62052Jerseyville, IL 6205210.3 mi38$6,882,788$154,000$181,126
62014Bunker Hill, IL 6201410.7 mi9$1,884,474$184,950$209,386
62024East Alton, IL 6202411.5 mi36$5,627,844$155,000$156,329
62028Elsah, IL 6202812.3 mi2$122,400$61,200$61,200
62095Wood River, IL 6209513.0 mi13$2,357,810$159,900$181,370
62054Kane, IL 6205415.2 mi1$32,900$32,900$32,900
63373Portage Des Sioux, MO 6337315.4 mi4$1,438,668$350,000$359,667
62087South Roxana, IL 6208716.2 mi3$484,050$161,350$161,350
63138Saint Louis, MO 6313816.9 mi49$12,038,075$129,000$245,675
62097Worden, IL 6209717.4 mi3$679,425$270,950$226,475

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BRIGHTON, IL 62012?

As of January 2026, there are 13 active listings in BRIGHTON, IL (zip code 62012), compared to 11 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BRIGHTON, IL 62012?

The median listing price in BRIGHTON, IL 62012 is $256,000 as of January 2026, a 65.7% increase from $154,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in BRIGHTON, IL 62012 spend an average of 59 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 126 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BRIGHTON, IL 62012?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BRIGHTON, IL 62012 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 126 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BRIGHTON, IL 62012 save an estimated $5,120 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $256,000. 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.