Brighton

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Exceed Your Expectations In Brighton, New York: One Of The Best Places To Live In All Of New York State

One of America’s most attractive residential towns is Brighton: the third-best place to live in all of New York State, and the number one place to live in the Rochester area, according to Niche, a website that analyzes public data and reviews to rank U.S. schools, colleges, and communities.
 
On top of that, Forbes recently informed Brighton Zip Codes are the First Hottest Zip Codes in America this 2022, wanted by many people looking for places to live, driven by factors including relative affordability and convenient travel to big East Coast cities. 
 
Home to notable leaders in business, industry, education, government, and the arts, you can live in the hometown of David T. Kearns, former Xerox CEO, former Deputy Secretary of Education, Winston Duke, actor in Black Panther and Avengers: Infinity War, or David Cay Johnston, Pulitzer Prize-winning The New York Times reporter.
 
Brighton is located on the southeastern border of the city of Rochester and was founded in the traditional homelands of the Onöndowa’ga:’ (Seneca), part of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. In Brighton, you can find The Alcoa Care-free Home and Stone-Tolan House, which are both listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
 
There are many still well-preserved 19th-century brick homes within the town because Brighton used to be the brick industry capital of upstate New York back in the 1800s. Be sure to explore the history of the town and appreciate the classic architecture of Brighton, also known as “The Bricks of Brighton.”
 
Brighton has a lot to offer for outdoor activities because of its 24-acre Meridian Center Park along the Erie Canal. You can visit the easily accessible boating and fishing docks, as well as trails and sports fields. We at RPP Sold Team would like to recommend our five favorite spots to visit on Brighton:
 
  • The Brickyard Trail at the Sandra L. Frankel Nature Park: The trail is a multi-use trail that provides a direct pedestrian and bicycle connection between Town Hall on Elmwood Avenue and Buckland Park on Westfall Road.  It extends 0.8 miles through a publicly owned parcel of land that once served as the source of much of Brighton’s raw clay – fueling the former manufacturing industry.
  • Corbett’s Glen Nature Park: This Town of Brighton park occupies 52 acres in the area historically known as Corbett’s Glen. The park’s two miles of trails allow quiet walks with a variety of scenery. From the parking at the top of Glen Road, your visit begins with a dramatic entrance through a stone tunnel. 
  • Buckland Park: Buckland Park is located at 1341 Westfall Road and has three playground areas. The park has bathrooms, tennis courts, several soccer fields, baseball fields, and a short trail around the perimeter.
  • Historic Brighton Museum: Historic Brighton is a Not-for-Profit Organization, created to educate Brighton citizens and the greater community about the history and growth of our town. Here you can find information about Brighton’s Brick History, architecture, and farms.
Are you ready to take a tour visit to our town? Don’t waste time thinking about it and contact us!. We will happily show you one of the highest-ranked suburbs in New York. 

Property Listings

Pending
MLS® R1658051
Courtesy of Mitchell Pierson, Jr., Inc.

$2,000,000

239 Sandringham Road, Brighton, NY 14610
6 Beds 7 Baths 4,391 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® R1666177
Courtesy of Tru Agent Real Estate

$1,799,000

1410 Clover Street, Brighton, NY 14610
5 Beds 5 Baths 4,762 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® R1656454
Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Gateway

$1,749,000

10 Pendleton Hill Road, Brighton, NY 14618
4 Beds 4 Baths 3,999 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® R1656923
Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Gateway

$1,357,857

55 Pendleton Hill Road, Brighton, NY 14618
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,200 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® R1659663
Courtesy of Judy's Broker Network LLC

$1,100,000

1237 Clover St, Brighton, NY 14610
5 Beds 4 Baths 4,301 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® R1658119
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Custom Realty

$895,000

5 Saint Johnsville, Brighton, NY 14618
2 Beds 2 Baths 2,063 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® R1639939
Courtesy of Howard Hanna

$685,697

249 Cos Grande, Brighton, NY 14618
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,754 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® R1662374
Courtesy of Tru Agent Real Estate

$599,900

211 Barclay Square Dr Drive, Brighton, NY 14618
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,241 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® R1657499
Courtesy of Smart Real Estate

$599,900

204 Oakdale Drive, Brighton, NY 14618
5 Beds 3 Baths 2,468 Sq.Ft.
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Overview for Brighton, NY

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.

36,633

Total Population

39.1 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$60,391

Average individual Income

Around Brighton, NY

There's plenty to do around Brighton, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
36
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
27
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Popcorn Charlie's, Hipocampo Children's Books, and Hickey Freeman Factory Store.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Popcorn Charlie's Logo
Dining 3.39 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Hipocampo Children's Books Logo
Shopping 2.06 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.63 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Writers & Books Logo
Shopping 2.63 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.26 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Yayalash Logo
Beauty 2.4 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Brighton, NY

Population Households Employment

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 2,377.63 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

36,633

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39.1

Median Age

48.55 / 51.45%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
15,904

Total Households

2.16

Average Household Size

$60,391

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Brighton, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Brighton. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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