For buyers seeking sophistication in a welcoming community, Brighton, Michigan offers the perfect balance of upscale living and small-town charm. Just minutes from Ann Arbor and Metro Detroit, Brighton is celebrated for its luxury lakefront properties, elegant golf course communities, and modern estates tucked into wooded settings—all anchored by a vibrant and walkable downtown.
Dining in Brighton is a true pleasure. Upscale favorites like Ciao Amici’s deliver fine Italian cuisine, while The Reserve offers an elevated steakhouse experience with a contemporary edge. Weekend brunches at local cafés, evenings spent at boutique wine bars, and seasonal flavors at the Brighton Farmers Market reflect the area’s refined yet approachable culinary culture.
Weekends here are filled with opportunity and indulgence. Residents enjoy boating and lakefront entertaining on the nearby Chain of Lakes, championship golf at Oak Pointe Country Club or Huntmore Golf Club, and boutique shopping throughout downtown. Seasonal festivals and outdoor concerts bring the community to life, while nearby parks and recreation areas such as Brighton Recreation Area and Kensington Metropark offer miles of trails, lakes, and nature to explore.
The four seasons bring richness to daily living. Summers are spent on the water, hosting al fresco gatherings on expansive patios, or enjoying concerts under the stars. Autumn paints Brighton in golden hues, perfect for wine tastings, harvest festivals, and scenic drives. Winters invite cozy evenings in lakefront estates, festive holiday shopping downtown, and nearby skiing. Spring reawakens the community with blooms, farmers markets, and outdoor dining on bustling patios.
For the discerning buyer, Brighton offers more than a place to live—it’s a destination of elegance, community, and timeless Michigan beauty.
49,293 people live in Brighton, where the median age is 45 and the average individual income is $57,193.487. 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 Southern Shaved Ice, Hickory BBQ & Grill, and Unwind Yarn Shop.
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Dining | 4.25 miles | 22 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
Dining | 3.17 miles | 10 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
Shopping | 0.98 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Shopping | 2.04 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Shopping | 1 miles | 38 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 0.86 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 0.66 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 1.84 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 0.91 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 1.95 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 0.84 miles | 9 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
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Brighton has 19,449 households, with an average household size of 5.11. 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. 49,293 people call Brighton home. The population density is 748.186 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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