Riviera Homes for Sale

Riviera, located in Mobile, Alabama, offers a peaceful, laid-back country lifestyle while being conveniently close to Mobile Bay, Downtown Mobile, and the bustling aviation industrial complex. The neighborhood features modest single-family homes, including ranch-style houses, Creole cottages, and bungalows, primarily built in the 1980s. These homes often come with spacious lots, fenced yards, and inviting screened-in porches, adding to the rural, southern charm. Riviera’s proximity to Interstate 10 allows residents to reach Downtown Mobile in 5 miles, Mobile Bay in 2 miles, and Mobile International Airport easily. The neighborhood is served by the Mobile County Schools System, with local students attending Maryvale Elementary, Pillans Middle, and Williamson High School. For higher education, Bishop State Community College’s Southwest Campus is just 5 miles away. Residents can enjoy outdoor activities at Fry Park, with its playground, picnic areas, and wooded paths along Eslava Creek, or visit Walsh Park in neighboring Maryvale for barbecuing and dog walking. Mobile Bay, just 2 miles away, offers fishing, wildlife viewing, and tours of the USS ALABAMA. Essential shopping is available at Fulton Grocery, Family Dollar, and Piggly Wiggly Navco, with more extensive options at McGowin Park. Dining options include P&T Seafood for fresh seafood and Hollywood Wing Station for wings and other casual fare. Downtown Mobile provides a variety of dining and shopping experiences, along with numerous events and attractions, including riverboat dinner cruises and the annual Mardi Gras celebration. Flight Works Alabama at Brookley Aeroplex offers interactive aerospace exhibits and educational activities.