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BRIGHTON, IL 62012

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

Market Analysis

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

The BRIGHTON, IL real estate market (62012) currently shows 12 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 126 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 126 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 78.8% year-over-year, from $163,000 to $291,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
12
⇩ 25% vs 16 last year
Pending
7
58% pending ratio
Median Price
$291,450
⇧ 78.8% vs $163,000 last year
Average Price
$525,514
⇧ 64.3% vs $319,755 last year
Days on Market
126
⇧ 44.8% vs 87 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$176
⇧ 58.6% vs $111/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,878 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 12 this year vs 16 last year
  • Days on market: 126 now vs 87 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $291,450 (+78.8% YoY)
  • Average: $525,514 (+64.3% 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 17.6 miles — 227 listings ($58,709,382 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62012Brighton, IL 620120.0 mi16$6,877,728$265,000$429,858
62035Godfrey, IL 620357.2 mi41$11,687,460$244,450$285,060
62022Dow, IL 6202210.0 mi5$1,605,500$399,900$321,100
62052Jerseyville, IL 6205210.3 mi38$6,840,608$154,475$180,016
62014Bunker Hill, IL 6201410.7 mi8$867,800$108,475$108,475
62024East Alton, IL 6202411.5 mi19$3,524,139$176,200$185,481
62028Elsah, IL 6202812.3 mi1$61,200$61,200$61,200
62095Wood River, IL 6209513.0 mi18$2,928,618$129,975$162,701
63034Florissant, MO 6303415.3 mi47$13,842,816$270,875$294,528
62081Rockbridge, IL 6208115.9 mi1$515,000$515,000$515,000
62093Wilsonville, IL 6209316.4 mi7$1,084,475$152,450$154,925
62037Grafton, IL 6203717.1 mi12$6,719,172$349,000$559,931
62033Gillespie, IL 6203317.6 mi14$2,154,866$119,250$153,919

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 12 active listings in BRIGHTON, IL (zip code 62012), compared to 16 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in BRIGHTON, IL 62012 is $291,450 as of March 2026, a 78.8% increase from $163,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in BRIGHTON, IL 62012 spend an average of 126 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 87 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 March 2026, BRIGHTON, IL 62012 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 126 days on market compared to 87 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 $5,829 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $291,450. 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.