Is Brighton, MO 65617 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Brighton is a seller’s market. With about 1.1 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Brighton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Brighton, MO 65617 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 61 days and there were 1.1 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 6 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Within Polk County, homes here sell faster than in 57% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
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Questions about Brighton real estate
Is Brighton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 1.1 months of supply in Brighton, MO 65617 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Brighton?
The typical home went under contract in 61 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Brighton sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price.
What are property taxes in Brighton?
About 0.55% of a home’s value a year in Polk County, or roughly $2,200 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Brighton?
The median sale price was $367,291 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $141 per square foot.
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