Brighton is a Monroe County suburb just southeast of Rochester, known for established neighborhoods, proximity to downtown, and access to Twelve Corners. Buyers typically choose between single family homes and townhouses in well-maintained residential settings.
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Buyers will find
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Brighton blends suburban calm with immediate city access. Twelve Corners offers dining and retail. The town is home to strong public schools, tree-lined streets, and proximity to the University of Rochester and major medical campuses.
Brighton’s single-family housing stock includes classic colonials, capes, and mid-century ranch homes on mature lots.
Buyers often evaluate:
Established streets near Elmwood and Winton remain highly competitive.
Brighton townhomes appeal to buyers seeking lower maintenance near Monroe Avenue and Winton Road corridors.
Before purchasing:
Townhouses offer strong resale appeal due to Brighton’s consistent demand.
36,633 people live in Brighton, where the median age is 39.1 and the average individual income is $60,391. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Brighton, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including PAKISTAN HOUSE Restaurant, Empanada Shop, and The Pizza Shoppe.
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| Dining | 2.45 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.94 miles | 7 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 4.57 miles | 45 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 3.33 miles | 78 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.09 miles | 4 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 3.36 miles | 260 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 4.06 miles | 111 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.53 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 2.39 miles | 27 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.96 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 2.71 miles | 11 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.87 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.18 miles | 17 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.13 miles | 118 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.56 miles | 4 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.25 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.67 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.25 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.84 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Brighton has 15,904 households, with an average household size of 2.16. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Brighton do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 36,633 people call Brighton home. The population density is 2,378 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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