Riviera Beach in Panama City Beach

Riviera Beach
Homes for Sale in Panama City Beach, FL

Community in Panama City Beach · Bay County · ZIP 32013
816 homesBuilt 1930–2024Median sale $578K
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Live Market Pulse
38/100
Market Heat
Cooler than normal
2013 → 2026 · 85 at the 2022 peak
0 is Riviera Beach's coldest market since 2013, 100 its hottest. Today: 38. How it's scored

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Built fromLive CPAR MLS data14 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, Riviera Beach in Panama City Beach, FL has 10 homes for sale and 4 pending, asking from $500,000 to $5,700,000 (median $1,268,000). Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-12, 24 recorded sales closed at a median of $578,500, a median 88 days on market, sellers accepting 94% of original asking (+22% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1981–2026 with 5 new construction; 1 of the 13 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 22 ft). At the median price and Bay County's FY2025-26 rate of 12.28 mills, annual property tax runs about $7,100 ($6,620 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Riviera Beach Housing Pulse CPAR MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$578K
Median sold · 12 mo
up 21.8% vs the prior 12 months
+21.8%
1-yr price change
n = 24 and 27 sales in the two windows
93.8%
Sale vs ask
Bay median: 94.4%
+273%
T12M median vs 2012
from a $155K median in 2012
Tempo
88days
Median DOM · closed
10 days at the 2019 low
29%
Under contract
Bay: 18% (585 of 3,161)
10 · 4
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
24
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 27 a year
Ownership and context
17%
Owner-occupied · Riviera Beach
156 of 909 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
83%
Non-owner-occupied · Riviera Beach
incl. 24% trust or LLC-held · 55% out-of-state
816
Homes in the community
plus 93 vacant residential lots · 909 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 14 years of records
Est. 1930
Community established
homes built 1930-2024, median 1998 (FL DOR 2025)
2.9%/yr
Turnover rate
about 24 of 816 homes trade a year

Homes For Sale Right Now in Riviera Beach

Live MLS inventory for Riviera Beach. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Riviera Beach listings as of 2026-09-12, priced high to low. Listing information provided by the Central Panhandle Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Tap any home to ask about it.

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Price in Riviera Beach is driven by condition and vintage, not amenities. With a housing stock spanning 1930 to 2024 and a median build year of 1996, what you pay tracks closely to how much of the home has been updated and how the structure has held up on the coast. The median sits at $575,000, but expect a wide spread around it: this is a market where two homes on the same street can be priced very differently based on renovation, elevation, and construction era.

The current posture is warm but patient. A 20.4% year-over-year move in the median is significant, yet the market heat score of 38 and a median 78 days on market tell you sellers are not commanding instant offers. Buyers have room to inspect, negotiate, and walk. Sellers should price to the home's actual condition and plan for a listing that works for a couple of months rather than a weekend.

Riviera Beach Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 12, 2026

Riviera Beach right now

🟢 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($578K) is up 21.8% from the prior 12 months ($475K) and up 273% since 2012. With about 27 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level CPAR MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12. Confidence: High (24 and 27 sales in the two windows).

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Updated September 12, 2026 · Live data: CPAR MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Riviera Beach market snapshot (as of September 12, 2026): the median sale price is about $578K, and a median 88 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is up 22% from the prior 12 months and up 273% since 2012, computed from record-level CPAR MLS closed sales (24 closings in the current window).

Riviera Beach is a community of 816 homes in Panama City Beach, Bay County, built between 1930 and 2024 (median 1998), with a median living area of about 1,896 square feet. 17% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Riviera Beach is a mature, deep pocket of Panama City Beach with roughly 1,425 homes and no shared amenities identified from current listings — value here comes from the coastal location and the individual property, not a community package. A homestead share near 24% signals a heavy investor and second-home presence, which shapes both inventory and pricing.

Best for

  • Buyers seeking a coastal second home who can budget for updates on an older property
  • Investors targeting rental-suited homes who underwrite on condition and coastal maintenance
  • Buyers with patience to negotiate on listings that may sit a couple of months

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a shared-amenity community package built into the price
  • Buyers needing move-in-ready construction with no deferred maintenance
  • Buyers who expect quick offers and a fast close in a fast-moving market

Windows contain 9 to 41 sales each (24 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Listing information provided by the Central Panhandle Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$200K$400K$600K20122014201620182020202220242026
Up 21.8% year over year; up 273% since 2012.
Median days on market · closed sales
05010015020122014201620182020202220242026
10 days at the 2019 low; 88 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
90%95%100%20122014201620182020202220242026
93.8% now vs Bay 94.4%.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
0204020122014201620182020202220242026
9 to 41 a year; 24 in the current window.
Indexed since 2012 · Riviera Beach vs Bay
100200300400Bay +126%Riviera Beach +273%20122014201620182020202220242026
Same CPAR MLS record, indexed to 100 at 2012.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning2014201620182020202220242026
85 at the 2022 peak, 15 in the troughs, 38 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Bay County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,090/mo
Bay County typical true cost to own
$161/mo
Bay County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Riviera Beach Market Scorecard

Thin data

Riviera Beach is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of $1,268,000, and homes go under contract in about 124 days.

n/a
Months supply
$1,268,000
Median list
n/a
Median sold
n/a
Per sqft
124
Days on mkt
10/4/0
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32413 ZIP is $470,917, about 24.3% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Listing locations from CPAR MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

If we were buying in Riviera Beach today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Riviera Beach.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a coastal Panama City Beach location and are comfortable evaluating condition property by property.
Biggest Risk
The wide condition spread and aging stock mean the median can badly misrepresent any single home.
Sweet Spot
An updated home priced honestly against its vintage in the middle of the market.
Avoid If
You need turnkey amenities or a fast, no-contingency transaction.

A condition-driven coastal market

The wide year-built range is the single most important thing to understand here. A median living area around 1,719 square feet and a median vintage of 1996 mean much of the stock is modest and now decades into its coastal life. Roofs, systems, and windows matter enormously to price, and the gap between a tired original property and a fully reworked one is large. The median price is your anchor, but do not read it as a typical sticker — read it as the middle of a broad, condition-sorted field.

With homestead occupancy under a quarter of homes, a meaningful part of this market moves as rentals and second homes. That can mean more transactional inventory over time, but it also means some listings reflect deferred maintenance from non-owner use. The long-run track record is strong — the median is up 271% since 2012 — but that history says nothing about any individual home's future, and every purchase here should stand on its own inspection and numbers.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Riviera Beach. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
6.9B- · Buy Score
Long-Term Appreciation10.0/10
Recent Direction10.0/10
Owner Commitment1.7/10
Pricing Power5.9/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 4 factors (6.9). Basis: Long-Term Appreciation +273% since 2012; Recent Direction +21.8% year-over-year; Owner Commitment 17% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 93.8% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

Why work with Momentum here

In a market this condition-sorted, the median price alone will mislead you. We underwrite each property on its own vintage, systems, and coastal wear, so you are not overpaying for a number on a spreadsheet. With homes typically sitting near 78 days, we help buyers use that time to negotiate and help sellers price to condition from day one instead of chasing the market down.

Riviera Beach in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a coastal Panama City Beach location and are comfortable evaluating condition property by property.
Biggest advantageA long, warm track record paired with a current pace that still gives buyers time to inspect and negotiate.
Biggest riskThe wide condition spread and aging stock mean the median can badly misrepresent any single home.
Sweet spotAn updated home priced honestly against its vintage in the middle of the market.
Avoid ifYou need turnkey amenities or a fast, no-contingency transaction.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Riviera Beach sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Riviera Beach

Homes in Riviera Beach that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 4 on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Riviera Beach?
The median sale price in Riviera Beach was $578K over the 12 months ending September 12, 2026 (24 closed sales, CPAR MLS).
How long do homes in Riviera Beach take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 12, 2026 took a median 88 days on market (24 sales, CPAR MLS).
How many homes are in Riviera Beach?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 816 homes plus 93 vacant residential lots in Riviera Beach (public records).
What share of Riviera Beach is owner-occupied?
17% of Riviera Beach parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Riviera Beach built?
Homes in Riviera Beach were built between 1930 and 2024, with a median year built of 1998 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Have Riviera Beach home prices gone up?
The trailing-12-month median is up 273% since 2012, from $155K to $578K (CPAR MLS closed records).
Who is the best real estate agent for Riviera Beach?
The best agent for Riviera Beach is one who actively works Panama City Beach and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Riviera Beach.
How do I find a top Panama City Beach real estate agent who knows Riviera Beach?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Riviera Beach and the wider Panama City Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Riviera Beach?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Riviera Beach purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers seeking a coastal second home who can budget for updates on an older propertyExcellent fit
Investors targeting rental-suited homes who underwrite on condition and coastal maintenanceExcellent fit
Buyers with patience to negotiate on listings that may sit a couple of monthsExcellent fit
Buyers who want a shared-amenity community package built into the priceProbably not
Buyers needing move-in-ready construction with no deferred maintenanceProbably not
Buyers who expect quick offers and a fast close in a fast-moving marketProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsCPAR MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 12, 2026)
Community market statsCPAR MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (4 streets, ZIP 32013/32413))
Under-contract sharesCPAR MLS records, as of 2026-09-08
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2012 (379 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of CPAR MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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