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Rental Market Trends in Brighton, NY

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Brighton, NY is $1,335/month.

Rent in Brighton is 20% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,335/month

Average Rent

766 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.6%

Change / Year

450

Available Apartments

Brighton rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Brighton average $1,252 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Brighton average $1,335 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Brighton average $1,534 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Brighton average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,252/month
450 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,335/month
766 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,534/month
952 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,789/month
1,015 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,420/month
1,499 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,610/month
1,424 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,790/month
1,250 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,159/month
1,209 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Brighton, NY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.6%, which averages out to $21 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Brighton, NY

August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Brighton, NY
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
100% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Brighton, NY?

Because the average rent in Brighton is $1,335, you’ll want to make about $4,450 per month or $53,400 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Brighton, NY

450 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Brighton, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Brighton, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Rochester

    Rochester

    Avg Rent: $1,350/month

  • Pittsford

    Pittsford

    Avg Rent: $2,091/month

  • Gates

    Gates

    Avg Rent: $1,131/month

  • Henrietta

    Henrietta

    Avg Rent: $1,553/month

  • Irondequoit

    Irondequoit

    Avg Rent: $1,055/month

  • West Henrietta

    West Henrietta

    Avg Rent: $1,672/month

Apartment Communities in Brighton We Think You'll Love

The Venue Apartment Homes

The Venue Apartment Homes

2500 East Ave,
Rochester, NY 14610

Studio - 4 Beds | $1,570 - $2,480

Greystone Apartments

Greystone Apartments

177 Greystone Ln,
Brighton, NY 14618

1-3 Beds | $1,128 - $3,762

APEX - Student Housing

APEX - Student Housing

380 John St,
Rochester, NY 14623

2-5 Beds | $799 - $2,100

The Bellagio - Waterfront Marina Living

The Bellagio - Waterfront Marina Living

1384 Empire Blvd,
Rochester, NY 14580

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,799 - $3,499

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Brighton?

The average rent in Brighton is $1,335 per month, which is 19.8% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Brighton?

The average rent for a house in Brighton, NY is $2,420 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Brighton?

The average rent for a townhome in Brighton, NY is $2,159 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Brighton?

Rents in Brighton, NY are increasing, with prices up 1.6% year-over-year and $21 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Brighton?

In Brighton, NY, 100% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New York Brighton Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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