Riviera
Suburban Neighborhood in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile County 36605, 36606
Southern charm abounds with Creole cottages and cute ranchers
Riviera offers modest and charming single-family, ranch-style homes, Creole cottages and bungalows. Most homes were built in the 1980s, ranging from $30,000 to $150,000. Lot sizes are fairly spacious, with the median ranging approximately 9,500 square feet and spanning up to 1 acre. Most yards are fenced in, well-kept and provide spacious driveways for boats, RVs or other toys. Many homes have inviting, screened-in porches and quaint patios and are surrounded by towering trees – adding to the neighborhood's rural, southern charm.
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Riviera recreation
At the quaint Fry Park, let the kids play, picnic in the vast green space, shoot hoops or stroll along the natural deeply wooded paths while admiring Eslava Creek. Or hop over to Walsh Park in neighboring Maryvale to barbecue at one of its pavilions or take the dog for a stroll around the paved paths. Sports enthusiasts can take a quick drive west to Woodlawn to play baseball or football at Maitre Park. And with the majestic Mobile Bay just a short drive away, residents can take the 2-mile trip to go fishing, admire wildlife, gaze at the gorgeous sunsets or step aboard and tour the USS ALABAMA, a World War II battleship that was retired in 1947.
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Make your mark at Mobile County Schools
Served by the Mobile County Schools System, local students attend Maryvale Elementary School, Pillans Middle School and Williamson High School. Both the elementary and middle schools received a C-minus from Niche. Maryvale provides an Engaging Youth in Engineering club, cheerleading and student council. Also earning a C-minus from Niche, Williamson High offers robotics and photography clubs, cross-country and football teams and an Engineering Academy. For continuing higher education, Bishop State Community College’s Southwest Campus is just 5 miles away and offers programs that range from Aviation Manufacturing Technology to Cosmetology.
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A short drive to events, festivals and fun
Most events are held in Downtown Mobile, just a short drive for Riviera residents. From sightseeing tours to riverboat dinner cruises and the annual iconic Mardi Gras celebration, there’s no shortage of things to do. Or head to Flight Works Alabama at Brookley Aeroplex, an interactive aerospace exhibition and education center with over 40 exhibits. Play in the aerospray paint station, fly an Airbus A320 in the cockpit simulator challenge or put popular aviation designs to the test in the aerodynamics arcade.
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Riding around Riviera
Riviera’s proximity to Interstate 10 gets residents to Downtown Mobile in 5 miles, all the outdoor recreation Mobile Bay has to offer in 2 miles and Mobile International Airport. One of the area’s biggest employers, the airport is part of the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley, the area’s only aviation multi-use industrial complex, which houses fellow aircraft manufacturer Airbus, another top employer, along with the Academy of Craft Training for high school students and historical markers that tell the tale of Alabama’s aviation history. And with Dauphin Island Parkway along the neighborhood’s eastern boundary, shopping, dining and necessities are all a short drive away.From small town eats to eceletic downtown cuisine
Residents can grab essentials at Fulton Grocery or Family Dollar, and Piggly Wiggly Navco is less than a mile away for groceries. For a more extensive shopping trip, head to McGowin Park, an outdoor mall off Interstate 65, which offers Costco, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Topgolf, Ross Dress for Less, Hobby Lobby and more. Grab fresh crawfish, shrimp or a take-and-bake seafood boil at Riviera’s P&T Seafood. Wing fans will love Hollywood Wing Station, especially the popular Jamaican Jerk and house-made hot sauces. The no-frills eatery also offers chili cheese dogs, burgers and nachos. For more eclectic mom and pop shopping and diverse cuisine, take a trip to Downtown Mobile to enjoy everything from contemporary southern eateries, authentic BBQ joints, lively pubs and upscale brunch spots.
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Written By
Leah Rambadt
Photography Contributed By
Alan Bates
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Leanne Carpenter
Leanne Carpenter
RE/MAX Realty Professionals
(251) 655-2286
161 Total Sales
1 in Riviera
$25,011 Price
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Zach Gaines
Zach Gaines
eXp Realty Southern Branch
(256) 342-9804
76 Total Sales
1 in Riviera
$45,000 Price
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Brooks Beck
Brooks Beck
Responds QuicklyBeck Properties Real Estate
(251) 220-9643
76 Total Sales
1 in Riviera
$77,900 Price
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Rose P. Melton
Rose P. Melton
Responds QuicklyBHGRE Platinum Properties
(251) 319-3963
125 Total Sales
1 in Riviera
$45,000 Price
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Rebecca Hendrich
Rebecca Hendrich
Responds QuicklyElite Real Estate Solutions, LLC
(251) 277-3909
119 Total Sales
2 in Riviera
$58,400 Price Range
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Stacey Hastings
Stacey Hastings
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Realty Professionals
(251) 655-2591
64 Total Sales
1 in Riviera
$22,000 Price
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Saint Rickarby Park
Maitre Park
Baumhauer-Randle Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Walsh Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Dog River Park
- Boating
- Dog Park
- Lake
San Souci Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Riviera | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riviera Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riviera, Mobile sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Riviera, Mobile over the last 12 months is $50,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$75,000
Median Sale Price
$50,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$63,681
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$65
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
751
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1987
Months of Supply
5.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,240
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,486
Median Age
35
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,389
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,392
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.4%
College Graduates
3.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
60''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
19
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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