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BRIGHTON, CO 80601

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
142
⇩ 14.5% vs 166 last year
Pending
48
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$505,000
⇩ 3.4% vs $522,973 last year
Average Price
$507,900
⇩ 4.5% vs $531,557 last year
Days on Market
73
⇧ 15.9% vs 63 days last year

Market Context

Population: 41,062  ·  Density: 605.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,320

Typical home value: $430,193  ·  Homeownership: 69.2%

Market Analysis

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

The BRIGHTON, CO real estate market (80601) currently shows 142 active listings, with 48 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 24 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.4% year-over-year, from $522,973 to $505,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 142 this year vs 166 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $505,000 (-3.4% YoY)
  • Average: $507,900 (-4.5% 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 14.7 miles — 1,332 listings ($772,079,977 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
80601Brighton, CO 806010.0 mi142$72,121,800$505,000$507,900
80602Brighton, CO 806025.2 mi185$132,556,570$675,000$716,522
80022Commerce City, CO 800226.9 mi268$157,449,464$525,000$587,498
80233Denver, CO 802338.6 mi64$31,164,608$489,000$486,947
80621Fort Lupton, CO 8062110.0 mi94$58,510,676$479,900$622,454
80023Broomfield, CO 8002310.7 mi84$91,014,756$762,450$1,083,509
80229Denver, CO 8022911.0 mi112$43,787,632$399,999$390,961
80530Frederick, CO 8053011.4 mi52$26,614,536$515,450$511,818
80239Denver, CO 8023912.2 mi68$27,968,060$429,500$411,295
80260Denver, CO 8026012.4 mi64$20,963,392$297,900$327,553
80238Denver, CO 8023813.4 mi57$42,625,683$732,250$747,819
80031Westminster, CO 8003113.7 mi111$55,049,895$500,000$495,945
80216Denver, CO 8021614.7 mi31$12,252,905$359,000$395,255

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BRIGHTON, CO 80601?

As of January 2026, there are 142 active listings in BRIGHTON, CO (zip code 80601), compared to 166 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BRIGHTON, CO 80601?

The median listing price in BRIGHTON, CO 80601 is $505,000 as of January 2026, a 3.4% decrease from $522,973 the prior year.

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

Homes in BRIGHTON, CO 80601 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BRIGHTON, CO 80601?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BRIGHTON, CO 80601 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 24 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BRIGHTON, CO 80601 save an estimated $10,100 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $505,000. 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.