Bonita Bay - Riviera

McGreevy and Comisar are the #1 real estate team in Southwest Florida selling and buying homes in Riviera. If you're searching for the best realtor for Riviera in Bonita Bay, Bonita Springs — whether you're ready to sell your Riviera home or buy your next one with insider knowledge of the Bonita Bay master community — we're the team that delivers. We are Top 1% Real Estate Agents Nationally Since 2008 and the #1 team in SW Florida since 2012. Over $2.5 billion (Domain Realty Group team) in real estate sold; $900 million in personal sales between Jesse McGreevy and Marc Comisar. Over the trailing 12 months, Riviera recorded 6 closed sales at a median sold price of $1,237,500 (average $1,308,333; range $975,000 to $1,700,000) on an exceptionally fast median 6 days on market — with 0 active listings today, an extraordinarily tightly held seller's market. (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.)

Why McGreevy and Comisar Are the Best Realtor for Riviera

If you're searching for the best realtor for Riviera in Bonita Bay — McGreevy and Comisar is the team that delivers. As Top 1% Real Estate Agents Nationally Since 2008 and the #1 team in Southwest Florida since 2012 (Domain Realty Group), with over $2.5 billion in closed real estate and $900 million in personal sales, we bring a depth of Bonita Bay village and coach-home experience no other team can match.

Recent Riviera track record (trailing 12 months): Riviera recorded 6 closed sales over the past year, totaling $7,850,000 in sales volume at a median sold price of $1,237,500 (average sold $1,308,333; range $975,000 to $1,700,000). Those homes sold at an average of 97.9% of list price on a remarkable median 6 days on market — homes here are selling at or near asking and almost immediately. There are 0 active listings today, which means a buyer who has identified Riviera as their target has no current MLS competition to choose from and must either wait for a listing or work with a team that can surface an off-market opportunity. This is an exceptionally fast, tightly held market where correct pricing and a team that knows the cul-de-sac lot-by-lot decide whether you capture full value or leave money on the table. (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.)

Honors and recognition:

• Top 1% Real Estate Agents Nationally Since 2008
• 5 Star Award for Customer Satisfaction for 20 Straight Years. Only 5 out of 21k+ Licensees (Gulfshore Life Magazine)
• #1 Team in Southwest Florida since 2012
• McGreevy and Comisar and their Domain Realty Group team have sold over $2.5 Billion in Real Estate
• McGreevy and Comisar alone have over $900 million in Sales
• Nationally Recognized Top Producing Realtors
• Platinum Sales Production Award Winners

Selling your Riviera home? Get a free home valuation → https://mcgreevyandcomisar.com/home-valuation OR call Jesse direct at (239) 898-6072 (text or call, same-day response) or email [email protected].

Buying a home in Riviera? Call Marc at (239) 287-5873 for a personalized buyer consultation.

Office: 24031 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 101, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

About Riviera (and What Makes Us the Right Team for It)

Riviera at Bonita Bay is a gated single-family enclave of approximately 35 Mediterranean-style estate homes tucked along a single cul-de-sac — Riviera Lakes Court — inside the master-planned community of Bonita Bay in Bonita Springs, Florida. This is a low-rise village, not a tower: a community of detached coach-caliber estate homes with private pools, attached garages, and lake or golf-course frontage — the antithesis of high-density living. The community sits on the eastern edge of Bonita Bay's 2,400 acres, framed by lake views, golf course fairways, and nature preserve buffers, and shares full access to one of Southwest Florida's most complete amenity ecosystems: a 12-mile trail network, three waterfront parks, a privately owned beach park on Little Hickory Island, and the Bonita Bay Marina on the Imperial River, which connects directly to Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.

If you are reading this page, you are almost certainly in one of three situations. You are a buyer considering a single-family estate home inside Bonita Bay and trying to figure out how Riviera compares to the community's other neighborhoods — what you get here for the $975,000–$1,700,000 price range, what the two layers of HOA really cost, whether marina access is practical from this location, and how this specific enclave performed through Hurricane Ian. Or you are a seller at Riviera who wants to understand the current market for your home, what a correct listing strategy looks like in an enclave this small with zero active competition, and what disclosures the new Florida flood laws require of you. Or you are doing preliminary research on Bonita Bay's single-family inventory before narrowing to a specific neighborhood.

We have covered everything: the developer history and the Bonita Bay Group's village-first vision, the architecture and floor plans of these 1990s-era custom homes, the two-tier HOA structure (Riviera sub-HOA plus BBCA master assessment, with no CDD levy), the post-Hurricane Ian story specific to Riviera's inland position, the Florida flood and condo-adjacent disclosures every buyer must receive, the current market data, and the comparison to Bonita Bay's other single-family villages that buyers ask about in almost every showing. We have also covered the lifestyle side with the same depth: the Bonita Bay Club's 54 holes of championship golf, 15 pickleball courts, the Har-Tru tennis complex, the spa, and the Private Beach Park on the Gulf — rebuilt from scratch after Hurricane Ian destroyed it and reopened as a more resilient, more beautiful version of what came before.

This page is long on purpose. The best decisions in luxury real estate are made by buyers who understand exactly what they are buying.

Living in Riviera as a Single-Family Homebuyer

Living in Riviera is fundamentally different from living in one of Bonita Bay's high-rise towers — and the difference is not just the architecture. It is the combination of things: the private pool and lanai that open to a lake or fairway, the attached garage and the absence of an elevator and a shared lobby, the quiet of a single cul-de-sac with no through traffic, and the feel of a private lane where residents know each other by name.

Riviera at Bonita Bay sits on the eastern margin of Bonita Bay, a gated master-planned community of 2,400+ acres in Bonita Springs, Lee County, Florida — ZIP 34134. The neighborhood is accessed via Bonita Bay's staffed, 24/7 gated entry on U.S. Highway 41, and from inside the community, Riviera Lakes Court is a cul-de-sac that runs off the internal road network. (Source: Bonita Bay Community Association, Street and Neighborhood Listings PDF, https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/files/Street%20and%20Neighborhoods%20BB.pdf)

The community is compact by Bonita Bay standards — one street, approximately 35 homes, no through traffic, no unfamiliar faces on the sidewalk. Residents describe the feel as something closer to a private lane than a typical HOA neighborhood. The lack of scale is a deliberate differentiator: Bonita Bay's sub-village design intentionally keeps neighborhoods small and named, so that Riviera residents know their neighbors in a way that residents of a 200-unit condominium tower rarely do.

What buyers see from their homes: Riviera Lakes Court homes front against internal freshwater lakes and golf course fairways, depending on lot position. The community's namesake — "Riviera Lakes" — references the engineered stormwater lakes that Bonita Bay integrated into its master site plan beginning in the mid-1980s. These lakes are genuine water amenities: reflective, wildlife-active (egrets, herons, osprey, and roseate spoonbills are common daily sightings), and quiet. What they are not is navigable. The lakes are closed-system stormwater management features — they provide lake views, privacy, and natural separation between homes, but they do not provide Gulf access, boat dock rights, or riparian boating privileges from the property. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living) Boating access for Riviera residents is through the Bonita Bay Marina, a full-service marina on the Imperial River located within the community — but that marina requires a separate application and ongoing monthly fees beyond the standard HOA membership. We address this in detail in the Marina section below.

The name "Riviera" sets expectations that the lots do not fully match — and understanding that mismatch before you tour is useful. Riviera is not a waterfront community in the boating sense. It is a lake-view, golf-course-view, privacy-first enclave of estate-caliber custom homes inside one of Southwest Florida's premier master-planned communities. That is a strong product. It is simply different from what the name might suggest to a buyer accustomed to Florida communities where "Riviera" means deepwater canal access.

Who buys in Riviera? The buyer profile at Riviera is consistent with the broader ZIP 34134 demographic: predominantly married couples, cash-heavy purchasers, and primary-residence or snowbird buyers in the retirement and semi-retirement demographic. These are buyers who have downsized from a larger home — often still inside Bonita Bay, or from another Florida or out-of-state market — and who want to maintain the single-family experience (private pool, attached garage, private lanai with water view) without the maintenance footprint of a larger estate. They are not rental investors; the community's character and fee structure make it a poor fit for short-stay or investment-rental strategies.

All Bonita Bay properties, including Riviera, include Fiber-To-The-Home Technology and Hotwire Communications IPTV service as a community-wide infrastructure standard. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living) This is not typical across Southwest Florida's luxury gated community inventory — most communities still run coaxial cable infrastructure. For buyers who work remotely, stream heavily, or want gigabit-class internet delivered at the community level rather than through a legacy coax network, this is a genuine differentiator.

Market Snapshot — Riviera at Bonita Bay and ZIP 34134 (2026)

The Broader Market Context: ZIP 34134 (Bonita Bay's Primary ZIP)

Riviera sits entirely within ZIP code 34134, the south Bonita Springs zip that encompasses Bonita Bay, Barefoot Beach, and the southern section of Bonita Beach Road. This zip is consistently among the highest-valued residential zip codes in all of Florida. ZIP-wide data should be interpreted carefully when applied to Riviera specifically — the zip includes product ranging from coach homes and condos at lower price points to single-family estates well north of $5 million, and Riviera's custom estate homes trade in a fundamentally different tier than the zip-wide median.

With that context in mind: the broader Southwest Florida luxury market has normalized from the frenzied 2021–2022 pace without collapsing. But Riviera specifically is moving against that broad narrative — over the trailing 12 months the enclave's median days on market was just 6, and sellers achieved an average 97.9% of list price across 6 closed sales (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026). That is not a normalizing market. That is an exceptionally fast, tightly held seller's market in which correctly positioned homes transact almost immediately at or near asking.

Riviera-Specific Sales — Live MLS (Trailing 12 Months)

The most authoritative source for Riviera activity is the live MLS, filtered to the subdivision itself. Over the trailing 12 months, the numbers were:

• Closed sales: 6
• Total volume: $7,850,000
• Median sold price: $1,237,500
• Average sold price: $1,308,333
• High sale: $1,700,000 · Low sale: $975,000
• Median days on market: 6 (exceptionally fast)
• Average sale-to-list ratio: 97.9% (homes sell at or near asking)
• Active listings: 0 — no current MLS inventory; an extremely tightly held seller's market

(Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.)

The most important thing this data tells a buyer or seller is the combination of speed and discipline: a median 6 days on market paired with a 97.9% average sale-to-list ratio means correctly priced Riviera homes are not sitting — they are selling almost on contact, at numbers very close to what sellers ask. The wide spread between the $975,000 low and the $1,700,000 high reflects differences in square footage, renovation level, and lot position (lake view versus golf-course versus preserve), which move a home's value by hundreds of thousands of dollars. A median of $1,237,500 anchors the middle of the enclave; the average of $1,308,333 reflects the pull of the larger, better-renovated, better-positioned homes at the top of the range.

Active inventory today is zero. In a 35-home enclave, this is not unusual — turnover runs roughly 3–4 homes per year in a normal market, and the trailing-12-month total of 6 sales is consistent with that. But zero active inventory plus a 6-day median days on market means a buyer who identifies Riviera as their target must either wait for a listing to come to market or engage an agent with community relationships who can surface off-market opportunities before they ever hit the MLS.

What the Market Numbers Mean for Riviera Buyers

In a 35-home enclave with no new construction, pricing precision matters more than it does in larger communities. A home in Riviera should be evaluated against the handful of sales that have actually occurred — not against ZIP-level medians, which are pulled down by condos and coach homes at lower price points. The right comparable is another Riviera home, not the broader 34134 median.

The takeaway from the data: correctly priced Riviera homes in good condition are transacting in a matter of days at nearly full asking. The community is large enough to sustain a real market — it averages roughly 3–4 sales per year — but small enough that there is rarely more than one home available at a time, and right now there are none. When a well-positioned home in a desirable lot does come to market, it moves fast.

The cash buyer advantage remains strong in this market. Bonita Bay single-family buyers — many of whom are downsizing from larger estate homes and purchasing as a primary or snowbird residence — frequently close cash. Cash-to-close eliminates the appraisal contingency risk and, combined with a flexible closing timeline, remains a meaningful negotiating tool in a fast, zero-inventory market like this one.

If you want current Riviera listing data, recent sold comps, or a specific address's price history, call or text Jesse McGreevy at (239) 898-6072 or Marc Comisar at (239) 287-5873. We have access to the full MLS history for every home in the enclave.

How Riviera Came to Be — The Bonita Bay Group and the Village Vision

To understand Riviera, you need to understand the organization that built it and the planning philosophy that shaped Bonita Bay.

The Bonita Bay Group and David Lucas

The Bonita Bay Group was a privately held real estate development company based in Bonita Springs, Florida. Under the leadership of David Lucas (President/CEO), the Bonita Bay Group spent the better part of three decades turning 2,400 acres of Southwest Florida wetlands, pine uplands, and bay-perimeter land into what became one of the most decorated master-planned communities in the country. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living)

The Group's founding philosophy was unusual in the context of Florida development at the time. Rather than maximizing density and return by building on every available acre, the Bonita Bay Group committed to leaving more than half of the total acreage as undisturbed natural habitat. That philosophical choice — more than any specific building or amenity — is the reason Bonita Bay looks the way it does today: a community where the roads wind through live-oak canopy and preserve buffer zones, where the Estero Bay Park preserves 5,000-year-old Native American shell mounds within the gates, and where 12 miles of pathways navigate wildlife corridors rather than cutting through them. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living)

The Village-First Design Philosophy

Bonita Bay Group's approach to sub-village design reflected a deliberate preference for small, named, enclosed neighborhoods rather than large, undifferentiated subdivisions. Each of Bonita Bay's neighborhoods was given its own identity, its own name, and its own sub-HOA governing structure — a design philosophy that created community cohesion and price resilience that large anonymous developments rarely achieve. The early construction phases focused on exactly these single-family villages and coach-home clusters in the interior of the community; the high-rise towers along the western Estero Bay perimeter came later, as the premium culmination of the build-out.

Riviera was built in the 1990–1995 period, placing it in the most prolific era of Bonita Bay's single-family development. The homes were designed and built as custom Mediterranean coastal residences — stucco construction over concrete block, barrel-tile rooflines, arched entry elements, and pool-focused lot configurations oriented toward the lake or golf course views.

What "custom" means in context: In Bonita Bay's single-family villages, "custom" does not mean cookie-cutter spec homes. It means that individual homebuilders, working under the BBCA's Design Review framework and the Riviera sub-HOA's CC&Rs, built homes that share an architectural vocabulary while differing in floor plan, interior finish, lot configuration, and pool design. The result is a neighborhood where all homes feel cohesive from the street — similar materials, similar palette, similar scale — while remaining distinct in the details that matter to buyers touring with intention.

The Bonita Bay Community Association, now four decades old, has described its mandate this way: "With four decades in our rear-view mirror, we comprehend the importance of keeping our standards high and our rules firm. In doing so, we ensure a cohesiveness that cultivates desirability in all of our neighborhoods." (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/community-association) Riviera is one of those neighborhoods — among the smallest, and arguably among the most cohesive in character.

What the Developer Timeline Means for Buyers Today

The community today is fully built out. There are no undeveloped lots in Riviera. All future inventory comes from owner resale, which keeps supply constrained and pricing more stable than in communities where new construction can always compete with resale.

Second, the 1990–1995 construction timeline means the homes are now 30+ years old. This is the point in a home's life cycle where buyers need to ask careful questions: Has the roof been replaced post-Ian? Have the windows been upgraded to impact-rated glass? What is the age of the HVAC and pool equipment? We cover these questions in depth in the architecture and storm-posture sections of this guide.

Third, the fact that the Bonita Bay Group is now inactive as a development entity (Bonita Bay's development is complete) means the community's future is entirely governed by its resident-controlled organizations — the BBCA, the individual sub-village associations including the Riviera neighborhood association, and the member-owned Bonita Bay Club. The governance structure has matured from developer-controlled to fully resident-controlled, which is the gold standard for established master-planned community operations.

The Homes: Architecture, Floor Plans, and Specifications

Architectural Character

Riviera at Bonita Bay homes are custom Mediterranean coastal estates. The defining elements of this architectural vocabulary as built in Bonita Bay's single-family villages of the 1990–1995 period include:

Stucco exterior construction over concrete block (CBS) — the standard for Lee County custom single-family homes of this era. CBS construction provides superior wind resistance compared to wood-frame and is a meaningful insurance underwriting positive in Florida's post-Ian market.

Barrel-tile rooflines — terracotta or concrete barrel tile is the Mediterranean signature element and the standard in Bonita Bay's ARC guidelines. Barrel tile is both aesthetic and protective: properly installed barrel tile on a concrete block structure performs well in hurricane wind events. Homes that have had their barrel-tile roofs replaced post-Ian (2022–2025) now carry roofs that are both new and under the current Florida Building Code revision cycle, which is significant for insurance underwriting.

Arched architectural elements — arched front entry arcades, arched window headers, and loggia-style covered outdoor living areas are common in Riviera's home stock. These design elements reinforce the Mediterranean coastal character while providing covered outdoor transition spaces that are particularly useful in Southwest Florida's outdoor-living climate.

Pool-focused lot configurations — every home on Riviera Lakes Court includes a private swimming pool. Pool enclosures are oriented toward the lake or golf course view, creating the classic lanai-and-pool outdoor living zone that is the functional core of Southwest Florida residential life.

Multi-car garages — custom single-family homes in Bonita Bay routinely include 2-car and 3-car attached garages. Riviera's homes are no exception.

Exterior palette — the neutral Mediterranean tones (cream, sand, warm white, terracotta accent) are maintained under BBCA Design Review guidelines, which require board approval for exterior paint color changes. The palette creates visual cohesion from the street and distinguishes Riviera from newer-construction communities where exterior colors trend brighter or more varied.

Home Size and Configuration

Riviera homes range from approximately 2,000 to 2,950 square feet of air-conditioned living space, with most in the low-to-mid 2,000s. Recorded sales have been predominantly 3-bedroom configurations; bathroom counts range from 3 to 5 depending on the home and any renovations the seller had completed.

This square footage range places Riviera comfortably within the right-sizing sweet spot for its buyer profile: large enough for comfortable primary-residence or snowbird use (dedicated guest bedrooms, home office or den space, full indoor entertaining capacity), but significantly smaller than the maintenance footprint of the 4,000–6,000 sq ft estate homes common in larger Bonita Bay single-family villages. Riviera buyers are not downsizing their expectations — they are right-sizing their square footage while maintaining the outdoor living scale they are accustomed to.

Lot sizes at Riviera are typical of Bonita Bay's lake-fronting single-family configuration — approximately 10,000–20,000 square feet depending on position, with lake-fronting lots carrying wider rear exposures to the water and greater setbacks. Exact lot dimensions for each address are available from the Lee County Property Appraiser parcel records at leepa.org.

New Construction Availability

There is none. Riviera is fully built out. The approximately 35 homes on Riviera Lakes Court represent the total and permanent inventory. There are no remaining vacant lots, no approved subdivisions within the enclave, and no developer activity. Every Riviera home that comes to market is a resale — which means buyers evaluate individual home condition, renovation status, and lot position against a fixed comparable set.

The Amenities: What Riviera Residents Have Access To

Living in Riviera at Bonita Bay provides access to a layered amenity ecosystem that is one of the most complete of any gated community in Southwest Florida. Understanding which amenities are included with property ownership, which require an additional application and fees, and which require a separate Club membership is essential for budgeting and lifestyle planning.

Included with BBCA Membership (Automatic with Home Purchase)

Every Riviera homeowner automatically becomes a member of the Bonita Bay Community Association (BBCA) upon purchase. There is no application, no initiation fee, no separate vote — membership is a deed-restricted condition of ownership that runs with the title. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/community-association) BBCA membership includes:

12 miles of biking and walking trails running throughout the 2,400-acre community. The trail network is color-coded by distance and passes through wooded stands of sabal palms, along the edges of tidal channels, through formal garden areas, past golf course greens, and along the Imperial River at Riverwalk Park. For Riviera residents on the eastern side of the community, the trail network runs directly out of the neighborhood and connects to the full system — the marina area, Riverwalk Park, and the community's other parks are accessible on foot or by bicycle without leaving the gated perimeter. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/the-parks-of-bonita-bay)

Three waterside parks:

Estero Bay Park — 13 acres with documented archaeological and historical significance, including 5,000-year-old Native American shell mounds — a genuinely rare historical feature within a private residential community. The park features 800 feet of boardwalk through coastal mangroves ending at a private pier overlooking Estero Bay, a Monarch Way-Station Butterfly Garden, nature trails, a screened pavilion, playground, picnic areas with gas grills, and a pet water station. The Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve, covering more than 10,000 acres of the surrounding estuary, is designated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection — development in the preserve is legally prohibited in perpetuity. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/the-parks-of-bonita-bay)

Riverwalk Park — along the Imperial River: direct boating access to Estero Bay via boat ramp, a state-of-the-art bocce facility with outdoor pavilion, renovated pickleball and tennis courts, basketball court, a multi-station fitness trail, kayak storage and launch capability, pet water stations, playground, and picnic areas. The boat ramp provides residents without marina slips a public-access-style launch option inside the gates. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/the-parks-of-bonita-bay)

Spring Creek Park — along Spring Creek at the community's northern border: kayak and canoe storage racks with launch dock, bocce court, basketball hoop, playground, picnic area, pet water station, nature trails, gazebo, and observation deck. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/the-parks-of-bonita-bay)

Community Activities programming — the BBCA Activities Department (239-390-5550; 3451 Bonita Bay Blvd., Suite #100) coordinates year-round community events including the Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration, Easter Egg Hunt, Bay Breeze Concert series, life-long learning lectures, creative arts and cooking classes, wellness programming, and local excursions. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/activities-department)

24/7 staffed gatehouse. Bonita Bay's gated entries are staffed around the clock — genuine 24/7 manned security, not a camera-monitored gate that can be tailgated. The main gatehouse phone is (239) 947-2476. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/community-association)

Private beach park on Little Hickory Island. The BBCA owns a private beach park on Bonita Beach — one of the most significant resident amenities in the entire community. The beach park was substantially destroyed by Hurricane Ian in September 2022 and has been rebuilt. It reopened with reconstructed facilities including picnic pavilions, grills, beach chairs, lounges, umbrellas, showers, restrooms with infant changing stations, and private dedicated parking. A seasonal shuttle service connects all Bonita Bay villages, including Riviera, to the beach park from approximately November through April. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/private-beach)

Community patrol. A uniformed patrol service covers all Bonita Bay streets and common areas in conjunction with the staffed gatehouse.

Fiber-to-the-home internet via the Hotwire IPTV platform — a community-wide technology infrastructure investment. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living)

Blue Zones Recognized Community designation — Bonita Bay is described as the largest gated community within Southwest Florida to obtain this status. The Blue Zones program, based on National Geographic researcher Dan Buettner's study of the world's longest-lived populations, certifies communities that have made measurable improvements to walkability, social connection, and natural environment access. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living)

Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary — recognizing the community's commitment to native wildlife habitat management and environmental stewardship. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/community-association)

First gated community nationally to donate over one million dollars to United Way. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/community-association)

The Bonita Bay Private Beach — Destroyed by Hurricane Ian, Rebuilt Better

About half of Bonita Bay residents name the Private Beach Park as the community's single most popular amenity — above the golf courses, above the Club facilities, above the marina. The beach is located on Little Hickory Island, and travel time from the Bonita Bay main gate to the beach gate is approximately 10 minutes. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/private-beach)

Hurricane Ian destroyed the Bonita Bay Private Beach Park completely — the BBCA's own language is that the beach was "totally destroyed" by Ian. What the BBCA built in response was not a restoration but a rebuild materially superior to what existed before, specifically engineered to withstand future major hurricanes: a concrete main building (not wood-frame), breakaway walls designed to fail safely in storm surge, removable grills, weather-resistant materials throughout, native dune vegetation for shoreline stabilization, and reduced lighting with a specialized turtle fence to protect nesting sea turtles. The reopened beach is staffed, with beach chairs, lounges, umbrellas, showers, restrooms with infant changing stations, private parking, and picnic pavilions. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/private-beach)

Important governance note: The Private Beach is owned and operated by the BBCA — not the Bonita Bay Club. Beach access is a benefit of property ownership, available to every Riviera owner whether or not they hold a Club membership. You do not need a Golf or Sports membership to use the beach — it comes with the address. A seasonal shuttle runs from inside the community (approximately November through April) for residents who prefer not to drive. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/private-beach)

Wildlife, Lakes, and the Natural Setting

One of the most underrated aspects of daily life at Riviera is the natural setting. Bonita Bay's founding commitment — leaving more than half of its 2,400 acres as undisturbed habitat — means the community functions as a working wildlife corridor, and Riviera's lake-fronting lots sit directly on that corridor.

Riviera's internal freshwater lakes are engineered stormwater features, but in practice they read as genuine water amenities: still in the morning, reflective at dusk, and consistently active with wading birds and wildlife. Egrets, great blue herons, osprey, anhingas, and roseate spoonbills are common daily sightings from the lanai. The lakes provide privacy and natural separation between homes that a dry-lot configuration cannot match.

Beyond the lakes, the broader Bonita Bay setting reinforces the natural character: the Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve (more than 10,000 acres, protected in perpetuity by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection), the mangrove edges along the Imperial River at Riverwalk Park, and the live-oak and sabal-palm canopy that shades the community's 12 miles of trails. For buyers coming from landlocked or densely built communities, the year-round access to this kind of natural setting is consistently underestimated as a quality-of-life differentiator until they spend time here.

The Bonita Bay Marina — Available to All BBCA Members, Additional Fees Required

The Bonita Bay Marina (GPS: N26°20.315 W081°49.677, phone: (239) 495-3222) is a full-service, semi-private marina on the Imperial River — "created and owned by a group of resident investors" — available to Bonita Bay residents and their guests but requiring a separate application and monthly fees beyond BBCA membership. This is one of the most important distinctions for buyers who are motivated by boating access. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/bonita-bay-marina-and-backwater-jacks)

From the marina, the boating route runs north up the Imperial River through Government Cut, across Fish Trap Bay, through Intrepid Waters and Hogue Channel, and out New Pass to the Gulf of Mexico. The marina's Channel Chatter document records actual waterway depths along this route — 3–4 feet at zero tide in the shallowest sections. Maximum draft: 36 inches, per the marina's permitting agreement — a meaningful constraint for deeper-keel vessels. (Source: https://www.bonitabaymarina.net/about-bonita-bay-marina)

Confirmed marina specifications:

The marina uses the BoatCloud digital platform — owners schedule launches, pre-order fuel, ice, and live shrimp, and coordinate return dockings via the app. Backwater Jacks, the on-site waterfront restaurant, is owned and operated by fellow Bonita Bay residents and is open to all residents without a marina slip. Sweetwater Lifestyles (formerly Captain Ed's) has operated charters from the marina since 1992 — sunset cruises, dolphin tours, and fishing charters for residents who want the on-water experience without owning a boat. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/bonita-bay-marina-and-backwater-jacks)

For current slip and storage availability and to get on the waitlist, contact the marina directly at (239) 495-3222. Storage and slip rates are published in the marina's publicly available Storage Rates PDF.

Riviera to the marina: Approximately 1.5–2.5 miles via Bonita Bay's internal trail network, or approximately 1.5 miles and 3–5 minutes by car via Bonita Bay Boulevard.

The Bonita Bay Club — Optional, Separate, Highly Significant

The Bonita Bay Club (26660 Country Club Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34134; (239) 495-0200) is an entirely separate legal entity from the BBCA and from the marina. Membership is completely optional — purchasing a home in Riviera creates zero obligation to join the Club. But understanding what the Club offers, and what it costs, is essential for any buyer evaluating total lifestyle and carrying cost at Bonita Bay.

The Club operates on a non-equity basis: initiation fees fund capital improvements and are non-refundable, and there is no equity interest in the Club that transfers or appreciates. More than a decade ago, the Club transitioned from developer ownership to member ownership — its capital investment decisions, amenity priorities, and financial management are governed by its membership. (Source: https://www.bonitabayclub.net)

54 holes of championship golf across two campuses:

West Campus (inside Bonita Bay gates, Bonita Springs): Three Arthur Hills-designed courses — Bay Island, Marsh, and Creekside. Given Riviera's eastern position, the Creekside course is the most likely to border the neighborhood's golf-course frontage. The West Campus is a certified Audubon Sanctuary, within walking or golf-cart distance of Riviera.

East Campus (Naples, approximately 15 minutes east via I-75): Two Tom Fazio-designed courses — Cypress and Sabal. One Golf Membership covers both campuses — a single initiation fee and annual dues provides access to all 54 holes. Sabal is currently undergoing renovation by Fazio Design, led by Tom Marzolf, who was part of the original design team. (Source: https://www.bonitabayclub.net/web/pages/golf; https://www.golfcoursearchitecture.net/content/fazio-design-begins-sabal-renovation-at-bonita-bay-club)

The Sports Center and Lifestyle complex is one of the most comprehensive private club fitness and racket-sports facilities in Southwest Florida:

• 16 Har-Tru (clay) tennis courts and a Director of Racket Sports with active league programs (Source: https://www.bonitabayclub.net/web/pages/sports-center)
• 15 pickleball courts (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/bonita-bay-club)
• Championship croquet lawn
• A saltwater, zero-entry resort pool with lap lanes, plus the poolside Breezeway Café
• A nearly 20,000-square-foot Lifestyle Center with premium Technogym equipment, yoga, spin, Pilates, and personal training
• A 9,000-square-foot Spa and Salon with seven treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, and whirlpool
• Multiple dining venues overseen by an executive chef

The Club hosts the annual FineMark Women's Pro Tennis Championship, a USTA Pro Circuit event — the 2025 edition drew 20+ players who competed in that year's US Open, and the Club's events have raised over $2.75 million for Lee Health Cancer Center. (Source: https://bonitabayclub.blog/) The Club has received "Distinguished Club," "Platinum Club," and "America's Healthiest Club" designations. (Source: https://www.bonitabayclub.net)

Membership tiers (estimates — verify before relying on these figures):

These figures are secondary-source estimates. Initiation fees and annual dues are not published on the Club's official website. Verify directly with the Club Membership Office at 239-495-0200 before relying on these numbers. Full details on the Club, its courses, dining, and membership structure are covered in the Bonita Bay community guide.

HOA Fee Bundle — What You Pay and What It Covers

Every Riviera homeowner carries two separate mandatory HOA obligations simultaneously: the Riviera sub-HOA assessment and the BBCA master assessment. These are billed by two different legal entities and fund entirely different operations. There is no single "HOA fee" — the total monthly non-mortgage cost of ownership is the sum of all of them.

Layer 1: Riviera of Bonita Bay Neighborhood Association, Inc. (Sub-HOA)

Legal entity: RIVIERA OF BONITA BAY NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION, INC., Florida nonprofit corporation, Document Number N41948, filed February 4, 1991, articles amended and restated March 27, 2019. Status: ACTIVE. (Source: https://search.sunbiz.org)

Management company: Gulf Breeze Management Services, Inc., 8910 Terrene Court, Suite 200, Bonita Springs, FL 34135. (Source: https://search.sunbiz.org)

Fee range: Approximately $280–$522 per month (approximately $3,360–$6,264 annually), based on publicly available market data from MLS listings and HOA fee aggregations.

What this fee funds (typical for a single-family sub-HOA at this class of Bonita Bay community):

• Common-area landscaping and irrigation within Riviera (the cul-de-sac entry, community plantings, perimeter buffers)
• Insurance on Riviera common elements
• Reserve contributions for Riviera-specific capital needs
• Property management fee (Gulf Breeze Management Services)
• Administrative, legal, and accounting costs of the sub-HOA

Important: The actual current Riviera sub-HOA budget is a member-restricted document. Any buyer should request the current operating budget, reserve study, and the last two years of meeting minutes from Gulf Breeze Management Services during the contract's inspection period. Florida Statute §720.303 requires the HOA to provide these documents within 14 days of a buyer's written request. The fee figures above are publicly available market estimates — the definitive current number is in the budget and the estoppel certificate, which the seller must deliver at or before closing.

Layer 2: Bonita Bay Community Association (BBCA) Master Assessment

Legal entity: BONITA BAY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC., a separate Florida corporation from the Riviera sub-HOA.

Fee range: Approximately $3,000–$6,000 per year for single-family homes (estimated current range; the exact amount requires BBCA member access or direct contact at 239-495-8111).

What the BBCA master fee funds:

• 24/7 staffed gatehouse and gated entry maintenance
• 12 miles of biking and walking trails — upkeep, lighting, signage
• Three waterside parks — maintenance, events, equipment
• Community patrol service
• Private Beach Park operations (rebuilt post-Ian) including shuttle service
• Stormwater and lake management across the 2,400-acre community (a major operational budget item)
• BBCA Design Review Department (ARC) — staffed, professional, separate from the sub-HOA
• Activities Department programming — seasonal events, classes, community calendar
• Grounds maintenance for all common areas
• Administrative costs (headquarters at 3451 Bonita Bay Blvd., Suite #200, Bonita Springs FL 34134)

BBCA Resale Reserve Assessment (effective January 1, 2024): At the time of purchase, the buyer pays a one-time Resale Reserve Assessment equal to 0.5% of the purchase price, capped at $10,000. On a $1,237,500 Riviera home, this is approximately $6,188; on a $1,700,000 home, it is $8,500. Prior to January 1, 2024, this was a flat $1,500 fee — the restructuring to a percentage-based fee was designed to generate substantial reserve funding. (Source: BBCA member communications) This fee is in addition to standard closing costs and ongoing HOA assessments — buyers should budget for it separately.

Layer 3: Special District Assessments (None — No CDD)

Bonita Bay does not have a Community Development District (CDD). There is no Estero Bay CDD or similar special district levy on Riviera property tax bills. This is a meaningful distinction from some other Southwest Florida master-planned communities where CDD assessments can add hundreds of dollars per month to total carrying costs. To confirm the absence of any special district assessments on a specific Riviera parcel, review the TRIM (Truth in Millage) notice from the Lee County Tax Collector (https://www.leetc.com), which itemizes all assessments by parcel.

Layer 4: Bonita Bay Club Membership Dues (Optional)

For Golf Members: estimated $19,500/year ($1,625/month). For Sports Members: estimated $10,110/year ($843/month). These are not required. They are optional. But for buyers who intend to join the Club, these dues must be factored into the total monthly cost of ownership.

Layer 5: Bonita Bay Marina (Optional)

Marina slips and dry storage are not included with BBCA membership or sub-HOA fees. They are leased separately through the marina, subject to availability and waiting-list status. Marina storage fees are disclosed in the Marina's publicly available Storage Rates PDF.

Total All-In Annual HOA Carrying Cost (Without Club Membership)

The honest framing: Riviera is a full-amenity Bonita Bay property, and its layered fees reflect the value of those amenities and the cost of maintaining a 2,400-acre master-planned community. Buyers should request both estoppel certificates, review both reserve studies, and confirm the BBCA assessment figure before closing. A Golf Club member adds approximately $1,625/month on top of the mandatory HOA. Property taxes and individual insurance are additional.

CC&Rs, Bylaws, and ARC Rules

The Governing Documents Stack

Riviera residents are governed by a hierarchy of documents that run from the broadest to the most specific:

1. Lee County regulations — zoning, building code, environmental rules; supersede all HOA documents
2. BBCA Master Declaration of Covenants — community-wide restrictions binding all Bonita Bay neighborhoods; recorded with Lee County Clerk
3. BBCA Design Review Guidelines (revised February 20, 2025) — the current architectural control rules for all exterior modifications across the entire community. These guidelines are the working ARC document for Riviera homeowners.
4. Riviera sub-HOA CC&Rs — the recorded Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions for the Riviera neighborhood specifically. Filed 1991, articles restated 2019. Recorded with Lee County Clerk (search leeclerk.org by grantor "RIVIERA OF BONITA BAY" or subdivision "RIVIERA AT BONITA BAY"). The CC&Rs govern: rental restrictions, pet rules, any Riviera-specific provisions, exterior modification standards supplemental to the BBCA, and assessment collection authority.
5. Riviera sub-HOA Bylaws — governance procedures for the Riviera Association (officer elections, quorum, board authority). Available through the Sunbiz annual report filings or from Gulf Breeze Management Services.

The 2019 CC&R restatement matters. Florida Statute §720.306(1)(h) (enacted July 1, 2021) treats rental restrictions adopted before and after that date differently. Restrictions adopted before July 1, 2021 — including Riviera's 2019 restatement — may apply broadly to all current and future owners. This is important context for any buyer who intends to lease the property.

BBCA Design Review — The February 2025 Guidelines

The BBCA Board of Directors adopted newly revised Design Review Guidelines at the February 20, 2025 board meeting. These are the current governing standards for all exterior modifications at Riviera properties. Any modification — including paint color changes, roof replacement, lanai additions, landscape changes, driveway repaving, screen enclosure modifications, or flood barrier installations — requires BBCA Design Review Department approval before work begins.

Design Review contacts:

• Marcello Amaral: [email protected]
• Marie Ludwig: [email protected]
• Phone: (239) 495-8111

The guidelines are available to BBCA members on the residents' portal. Any buyer planning renovations or upgrades should download these guidelines and understand the approval process before closing, as unapproved modifications can result in mandatory restoration orders.

No RV, commercial vehicle, or boat-trailer storage is permitted in driveways or on streets in Riviera — a standard deed restriction in Bonita Bay's single-family villages. Verify current language in the CC&Rs.

Rental Market & Property Management

Here is the honest rental picture at Riviera over the trailing 12 months: zero active rental listings and one recorded lease — a single home leased at $11,000 (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026). There is essentially no open rental market in this enclave. Riviera owners do not, as a rule, list their homes for rent — over the past year exactly one lease was recorded, and with a sample of one there is no median or market rate to extrapolate. The honest read for any investor-minded buyer is that Riviera is bought to be lived in or used seasonally, not to be rented.

That is consistent with the community's character. Riviera is a private, owner-occupied single-family enclave of approximately 35 homes whose residents are overwhelmingly primary or snowbird occupants. The lone recent lease around $11,000 reflects the snowbird/executive-relocation profile that is the community's only appropriate tenant type — but a single data point is not a market. We frame this honestly: a buyer whose primary intent is rental income should evaluate Riviera carefully, because the demonstrated leasing activity here is essentially nil.

For the buyer who will use the home as a primary or snowbird residence and may lease occasionally while away, the community can support that model — but the inventory turns over so rarely on the rental side that you should not underwrite the purchase on rental assumptions.

Rental Rules at Riviera

Riviera's leasing rules are governed by the recorded CC&Rs of the Riviera of Bonita Bay Neighborhood Association. These documents must be requested and reviewed during due diligence; the following reflects the community standard and publicly available listing notes.

What buyers need to confirm during due diligence:

Minimum lease term. Expected to be at least 30 days, and likely longer (6 months is common in Bonita Bay's upscale villages), consistent with Florida HOA law under §720.306(1)(h). The specific minimum term is in the recorded CC&Rs.

Maximum leases per year. Florida Statute §720.306(1)(h) allows HOAs to restrict leasing to no more than 3 times per calendar year. Whether Riviera's CC&Rs impose this cap requires verification.

HOA tenant approval. Standard in Bonita Bay sub-HOAs — expect the HOA to require a tenant application, and potentially a background check, before lease execution.

Short-term rentals (under 30 days, Airbnb/VRBO). Almost certainly prohibited given the community's character, fee structure, and management profile.

For owners who do want their home professionally managed and leased, full-service property management is available through several local luxury managers who handle tenant screening, HOA approval, turnover, and seasonal scheduling. Any lease at Riviera must comply with the Riviera sub-HOA's rental rules and the BBCA's tenant-registration requirements. For current accurate rental-rule information specific to Riviera, contact Gulf Breeze Management Services.

Pet Policy at Riviera

At least one publicly accessible Riviera listing noted a "no pets allowed" restriction as a governing-document provision. This requires verification against the actual recorded CC&R text before it is relied upon as a fact. A "no pets" note in a listing may reflect the seller's or landlord's personal rental policy rather than the recorded CC&R language. Many Florida single-family HOAs permit pets with size and/or breed restrictions rather than prohibiting them entirely. The distinction is material: a genuine CC&R prohibition on pets in a single-family community would be unusual in Florida's regulatory environment.

Legal note: Under the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, properly documented emotional support animals and service animals are legally protected regardless of any pet policy restrictions. The association cannot deny reasonable accommodations for these animals.

For buyers with pets, direct confirmation of the current rule — in writing, from Gulf Breeze Management Services — is essential before contract execution. Pull the CC&Rs from leeclerk.org (search "RIVIERA AT BONITA BAY" in Official Records) and confirm the pet provision before relying on it.

The Storm Posture — FEMA Flood Zone, Hurricane Ian, and the Insurance Reality

What Type of Community Is Riviera from a Storm-Risk Perspective

Riviera at Bonita Bay's storm posture is defined by its geography: inland, eastern Bonita Bay, adjacent to non-navigable stormwater lakes, not on any tidal or navigable waterway. This position is fundamentally different from the storm exposure profile of waterfront-lot Bonita Bay villages, the BBCA's private beach park on Little Hickory Island, or the marina on the Imperial River. Understanding this distinction is essential for any buyer or seller evaluating Riviera's risk and insurance profile.

FEMA Flood Zone

Based on Riviera's inland eastern position in Bonita Bay — separated from Estero Bay, the Imperial River, and any tidal system by miles of master-planned community infrastructure — the parcels on Riviera Lakes Court are highly probable to be designated Zone X (minimal flood hazard) on the applicable FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). Zone X properties sit outside the 0.2% annual chance floodplain. Federally backed mortgages do NOT require flood insurance on Zone X properties.

This must be confirmed via FEMA's Flood Map Service Center (https://msc.fema.gov) before being relied upon. Enter specific Riviera Lakes Court addresses into the msc.fema.gov Address Search tool to pull the current FIRM designation for each parcel. The revised preliminary FIRM for Lee County is in the appeals process; if a parcel's zone changes in the 2026 map revision, that is material information for buyers.

Lee County Community Rating System (CRS) — The Flood Discount

Lee County participates in FEMA's Community Rating System and maintains a Class 5 rating, which entitles NFIP policyholders to a 25% discount on NFIP flood insurance premiums. This rating was at risk in 2024 due to documentation issues, but in November 2024 FEMA confirmed that unincorporated Lee County's Class 5 rating was formally maintained. Bonita Springs, as an incorporated city, has its own separate CRS participation — buyers should confirm the current Bonita Springs CRS rating for their specific parcel. (Source: FEMA Community Rating System data via https://msc.fema.gov)

For Zone X properties like Riviera: if a buyer carries NFIP flood insurance voluntarily — which we recommend given Southwest Florida's rainfall patterns and the zone-reclassification risk inherent in FEMA's ongoing map revision process — the CRS discount applies to the NFIP premium.

Hurricane Ian — What Actually Happened in Riviera's Part of Bonita Bay

Hurricane Ian made landfall as a Category 4 storm on September 28, 2022, near Fort Myers Beach — approximately 15 miles north of Bonita Bay's main entrance. Lee County bore the catastrophic core of the storm. At the coast, storm surge measured 12–18 feet at Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, and Pine Island; in the Bonita Beach / Bonita Springs corridor, 8–12 feet was recorded at coastal and river-adjacent properties. (Source: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/data/tcr/AL092022_Ian.pdf)

For Riviera at Bonita Bay specifically:

The community sustained wind damage across all sub-villages including Riviera — Category 4 sustained winds affected the entire Bonita Bay footprint regardless of position. Roof damage, screen enclosure losses, fencing damage, and vegetation destruction were widespread. Riviera's 1990–1995 era homes were exposed to the full wind event.

Tidal storm surge damage at Riviera: low probability, not confirmed. Riviera's eastern position — located miles from Estero Bay, the Imperial River, and any tidal system, separated from them by the bulk of the 2,400-acre community — made it highly unlikely that the Ian surge that devastated Bonita Beach and the river-adjacent communities reached the community's interior stormwater lakes. The surge was a coastal and river-corridor event; it dissipated well before reaching Bonita Bay's eastern margin.

Inland flooding from extreme rainfall is a different question. Ian produced catastrophic rainfall that caused sheet flow and freshwater flooding well inland. Riviera's engineered stormwater lakes are designed to handle significant rainfall events, but Ian-level rainfall may have caused temporary lake-level rises affecting lake-adjacent landscaping and yard grading. If a Riviera home experienced any water intrusion during Ian — even from rainfall — Florida's expanded flood disclosure law (§689.302, expanded October 1, 2025) requires the seller to disclose it.

What happened to Bonita Bay's community assets:

• The BBCA private beach park on Little Hickory Island was substantially destroyed by Ian. A $500/unit BBCA special assessment was approved for the rebuild. The park has reopened. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/private-beach)
• The BBCA engaged engineering consultants to conduct a formal Vulnerability Assessment of the community's most critical assets post-Ian, covering the marina, parks, trails, golf courses, and beach infrastructure.
• The BBCA levied a Hurricane Ian special assessment in early 2023 for storm-related capital repairs.

Any buyer should ask: has a special assessment been paid in full by the seller, or is any portion of an outstanding assessment transferring to the buyer? The BBCA Resale Reserve Assessment at 0.5% of purchase price (effective January 1, 2024) is separate from any special assessment — both must be disclosed and clarified at closing.

Post-Ian Insurance Reality for a Riviera Home

Insurance in Lee County post-Ian is a primary buyer concern. Here is the honest picture for a Riviera at Bonita Bay single-family home in 2026:

Citizens Property Insurance is not available for homes at Riviera's value tier. Citizens caps dwelling coverage at $700,000 — substantially below Riviera's typical sale price of $975,000–$1,700,000.

Private market insurance for a Riviera home: The market has stabilized somewhat from the 2022–2023 crisis peak, with new carriers entering and some rate moderation in 2024–2025. However, premiums remain materially elevated compared to pre-Ian levels.

Estimated 2025–2026 insurance budget for a $1.2M–$1.7M Riviera home:

The range is wide because the most important variables are: (1) roof age — a post-Ian roof replacement dramatically improves the underwriting profile; (2) window type — impact-rated windows reduce wind premium significantly; (3) wind mitigation certification — a licensed inspection generating the OIR-B1-1802 form captures all available credits.

Wind mitigation credits can reduce the wind-premium component by 30–55% on a properly documented home. Florida Statute §627.0629 requires insurers to apply these credits once documented. Commissioning a wind mitigation inspection ($75–$150 from a licensed inspector) and submitting the results to your insurer is one of the highest-return actions available to a Riviera homeowner — the annual premium savings typically recover the inspection cost in the first month. (Source: https://floir.gov/property-casualty/premium-discounts-for-hurricane-loss-mitigation)

County Permit Activity and Zoning Context

Lee County experienced a historic surge in building permits following Hurricane Ian. Within Riviera at Bonita Bay, the expected permit activity in the 2022–2025 period would include roof replacement permits, screen enclosure replacement permits, and exterior modification permits for any Ian-damaged elements. The City of Bonita Springs Community Development Department portal is the correct source for permit records on Riviera Lakes Court addresses.

For any buyer evaluating a specific Riviera home, pulling the permit history is a recommended due-diligence step — it reveals roof replacement dates, any major renovation scopes, permitted additions, and any open permits or violations.

Riviera's eastern position near U.S. 41 places it adjacent to the commercial and institutional development corridor along Tamiami Trail. The Bonita Bay gated boundary provides a buffer, but zoning changes, new commercial applications, or road-widening proposals within ½ mile of the community boundary are worth monitoring for any buyer planning a long hold period. Relevant sources: Lee County Comprehensive Plan amendments at leegov.com and City of Bonita Springs Planning Commission agenda archives at cityofbonitasprings.org.

Schools by Address — Lee County School District

Riviera at Bonita Bay is in the School District of Lee County, Florida's ninth-largest district. Typical public school assignments for ZIP 34134 addresses:

• Elementary: Spring Creek Elementary School or Bonita Springs Elementary School (verify current assignment via leeschools.net — Lee County adjusts attendance boundaries periodically)
• Middle: Bonita Springs Middle School
• High School: Bonita Springs High School

School zoning matters even in a community like Riviera where the buyer profile skews heavily toward retirement-age households. For the minority of buyers in family-transition scenarios, the current school assignment is important. For all buyers, school quality affects downstream resale equity — the next owner of your home may have school-age children.

Always verify the current attendance zone for a specific Riviera address at leeschools.net before relying on any stated assignment. Lee County adjusts boundaries.

Private school options within 15–20 minutes of Riviera include Community School of Naples, First Baptist Academy, and Evangelical Christian School in Estero.

Daily Logistics: Everything You'll Actually Use Every Day

Security and Gate Access

All Bonita Bay gate entrances are staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with a main entry phone of (239) 947-2476. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/community-association) Residents receive transponders or access cards; guests are cleared by security at the gate. There are both a primary and a secondary gate for Bonita Bay.

Parking

Homes include 2-car or 3-car attached garages. Street parking is available on Riviera Lakes Court within HOA rules. RVs, commercial vehicles, and boat trailers are typically prohibited from overnight driveway or street storage — verify current language in the CC&Rs.

EV Charging

As single-family homes, Riviera residences can readily accommodate owner-installed Level 2 EV charging in the attached garage. Any exterior-visible electrical work or panel upgrade affecting the home's appearance should be confirmed against BBCA Design Review guidelines, but in-garage charging installation is generally straightforward for a detached single-family home — a meaningful advantage over the tower product, where shared-garage charging requires association approval.

Mail, Package, and Deliveries

USPS delivery to ZIP 34134, with mailbox placement per HOA standards. Package delivery is direct to the home — another single-family advantage over the tower mailroom model.

Internet and Cable

Fiber-To-The-Home Technology via Hotwire Communications is a community-wide infrastructure standard for all Bonita Bay properties. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living) Residents access Hotwire's IPTV platform for HD television service.

Trash and Recycling

City of Bonita Springs municipal collection service handles trash and recycling for Riviera homes.

Lawn Maintenance

For single-family homes, lawn care is typically the homeowner's responsibility (unlike villa or coach-home products where HOA landscape maintenance is commonly bundled). The Riviera sub-HOA maintains common-area plantings and entry features; individual lot landscaping is the homeowner's obligation, subject to BBCA Design Review standards for any significant landscape changes.

Community Patrol and Activities

The BBCA Community Patrol covers all Bonita Bay streets and common areas, 24/7 in conjunction with the staffed gatehouse. The BBCA Activities Department (239-390-5550, 3451 Bonita Bay Blvd. Suite #100) coordinates seasonal events, classes, holiday programs, and community gatherings. AED defibrillator stations are distributed across community parks and the Activities Center.

Location and Drive Times: Where Riviera Sits in the Region

One of the overlooked strengths of Riviera is its geographic position within Southwest Florida's broader amenity corridor. The community is not isolated — it is within practical, everyday-life driving distance of everything a full-time or seasonal resident in this region needs.

Key Drive Times from Riviera at Bonita Bay

Drive times are approximate, non-peak conditions. Seasonal traffic on the US-41 corridor can add 10–20 minutes during January–March peak season.

The combination of RSW Airport at 25 minutes, two of Southwest Florida's premier shopping destinations within 15 minutes, and downtown Naples' restaurant row at 25 minutes makes Riviera genuinely convenient — residents do not give up accessibility for the lifestyle inside the gates.

Shopping Inside and Near the Community

The Promenade at Bonita Bay is a commercial area adjacent to the community's main entrance — restaurants, a salon, specialty services, and casual dining. For everyday needs, Publix supermarkets are located within approximately 5–10 minutes of the Bonita Bay main gate on multiple routes.

Why Buy at Riviera — Honest Pros and Cons

We do not write marketing copy at McGreevy and Comisar. As Top 1% Real Estate Agents Nationally Since 2008, we have represented buyers and sellers throughout Bonita Bay's single-family market — and we would rather you make the right decision than the fast one. Here is an honest assessment.

Genuine Strengths

Fixed supply of 35 homes. Riviera cannot grow. There are no remaining lots. New construction can never dilute supply, change the character of the neighborhood, or create a comp set that competes with your resale. Every Riviera home holds a permanently limited inventory position.

An exceptionally fast, tightly held market. Over the trailing 12 months, Riviera homes sold on a median 6 days on market at an average 97.9% of list price, with 0 active listings today (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026). A buyer who has identified Riviera as their target is working in a zero-inventory environment where the right home, correctly priced, moves almost immediately.

Among the smallest, most private enclaves in Bonita Bay. One street. Approximately 35 homes. A cul-de-sac. Your neighbors know each other. The scale is what many buyers coming from large communities are actively seeking.

Full Bonita Bay master amenity access. The 12-mile trail network, three waterfront parks, gated security, private beach, beach shuttle, fiber-to-the-home internet, and community patrol are all included with ownership — one of the most complete community amenity packages in Southwest Florida without Club membership.

Lake views with wildlife and privacy. The internal stormwater lakes provide genuine water views, daily wildlife sightings, and natural separation between homes — a year-round Florida lifestyle that buyers coming from landlocked communities consistently underestimate.

Inland position reduces direct storm surge exposure. Riviera's eastern location puts significant geographic distance between the homes and the tidal waterways that bore the worst of Hurricane Ian's surge. This does not eliminate hurricane risk — wind damage is universal — but it meaningfully reduces the specific exposure to tidal surge and riverine flooding.

Single-family living, not tower living. Private pool, attached garage, no elevator, no shared lobby, direct package delivery, in-garage EV charging. For buyers who want the detached estate-home experience inside a premier gated community, Riviera delivers exactly that.

Honest Limitations

No navigable water access from the lot. Riviera Lakes Court homes face internal stormwater lakes — no private boat docks, no riparian rights, no way to launch from the property. All boating requires a trip to the marina plus separate monthly marina fees. Buyers for whom a boat-dock-from-home is a priority should look at Bonita Bay's navigable-waterfront villages.

Two-layer HOA complexity. The Riviera sub-HOA plus the BBCA master association create genuine complexity at closing — two estoppels, two disclosure summaries, two budget reviews, two reserve studies to request during due diligence. The combined mandatory HOA obligation ($6,360–$12,264/year estimated) is meaningful but appropriate for what the community delivers.

Post-Ian insurance costs. A $1.2M–$1.7M Riviera home in 2026 carries estimated total insurance (homeowners plus flood) of $13,500–$24,000/year. Homes with post-Ian roof replacements, impact windows, and current wind mitigation certifications sit at the lower end; homes without these features are at the upper end or above.

Homes are 1990–1995 vintage. The original construction is now 30+ years old. Most homes have undergone renovations, but the structural vintage matters for insurance underwriting, window specifications, and HVAC system age. A buyer should budget for a thorough inspection and evaluate the capital improvement history in detail.

The Club is expensive if you want golf. A Golf Membership at the Bonita Bay Club is estimated at $150,000 initiation and $19,500 annually. For buyers who want the full Bonita Bay lifestyle — all five courses, the spa, the full fitness complex — this is the cost of entry, on top of the home purchase and carrying costs.

Pet restriction (unconfirmed). At least one listing noted a "no pets" restriction. If confirmed in the CC&Rs, this is an unusual and material restriction for a single-family community. Pet-owning buyers must verify this directly before contracting.

Comparable Subdivisions to Consider

If Riviera is on your shortlist, these Bonita Bay single-family villages also warrant serious consideration:

Sanctuary at Bonita Bay — Single-family estate homes on Sanctuary Way and Sanctuary Lakes Court, with lake and golf course views and no navigable waterfront. Homes tend to run larger than Riviera's average. Same gated Bonita Bay community, same BBCA master HOA structure. Choose Sanctuary over Riviera if you want more square footage, or if specific Sanctuary lot positions align better with your view preferences.

Siena at Bonita Bay — Approximately 24 villas built 1992–1996, contemporaneous with Riviera's build window, with lake, golf, and preserve views. Lawn maintenance is included in the Siena HOA — a meaningful operational difference from Riviera, where lawn care is the homeowner's responsibility. Choose Siena if you want lawn care bundled into the HOA and prefer the villa product type over a fully detached estate.

Hidden Harbor at Bonita Bay — Approximately 50 single-family homes with private deeded boat docks on navigable waterway access. Homes are meaningfully larger than Riviera, and recent sales run well above Riviera's range. Choose Hidden Harbor if your priority is navigable waterfront with a private dock, and you have the budget for the substantial absolute price step-up that waterfront commands. Choose Riviera over Hidden Harbor if you want a lake-view single-family estate with full amenity access at the $975,000–$1,700,000 range without the carrying cost of a navigable waterfront property.

Woodlake at Bonita Bay — Approximately 100 single-family homes on larger custom lots, with golf, lake, and preserve views, built late 1980s forward. The wider price range reflects greater variation in home size, renovation status, and lot position. Choose Woodlake if you want a larger lot footprint, more square footage, or are targeting the higher end of Bonita Bay's single-family spectrum.

The Navigable Waterfront Premium in Bonita Bay — For buyers weighing the upgrade from a lake-view village like Riviera to a navigable-waterfront village like Hidden Harbor, the premium is best understood in absolute price dollars, not $/sq ft. The waterfront premium is a meaningful absolute step-up, reflecting that waterfront homes are also meaningfully larger. In $/sq ft terms, both community types trade in a similar band — because larger waterfront homes at higher absolute prices produce similar $/sq ft to smaller lake-view homes at lower prices.

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• #1 Team in Southwest Florida since 2012
• McGreevy and Comisar and their Domain Realty Group team have sold over $2.5 Billion in Real Estate
• McGreevy and Comisar alone have over $900 million in Sales
• Nationally Recognized Top Producing Realtors
• Platinum Sales Production Award Winners

What Is Your Riviera Home Worth Right Now?

Over the trailing 12 months, Riviera recorded 6 closed sales at a median sold price of $1,237,500 and an average of $1,308,333, ranging from $975,000 to $1,700,000, with sellers achieving an average 97.9% of list price on a median 6 days on market, and 0 currently active listings. (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.) Lake-view lots, renovated finishes, post-Ian roofs and impact windows, and pool/lanai positioning each add materially to the baseline. Your specific home — with its specific lot, condition, and finish level — may trade at a very different number than the median.

The only way to know what your home is worth today is to analyze it as itself, not as a ZIP-code average.

Call or text Jesse directly at (239) 898-6072 for a candid conversation about what your home would sell for in the current market, what preparation steps would maximize its price, and what the timeline looks like given current absorption dynamics. Our office is at 24031 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 101, Bonita Springs, FL 34135.

What It Takes to Sell a Riviera Home Well

The two-tier disclosure package matters. Florida Statute §720.401 requires that you provide both the BBCA HOA Disclosure Summary and the Riviera sub-HOA Disclosure Summary to your buyer before the sales contract is executed. Failure to deliver these on time gives the buyer a right to cancel. A listing agent who understands the Bonita Bay two-tier disclosure structure ensures this is handled cleanly.

Estoppel certificates from two entities. Your closing will require estoppel certificates from both the BBCA and Riviera of Bonita Bay Neighborhood Association, Inc. (managed by Gulf Breeze Management Services). Allow adequate lead time — processing times vary.

Storm hardening is a listing asset. If your home has a post-Ian roof replacement (2022–2025), impact-rated windows, and a current wind mitigation inspection (OIR-B1-1802), document and market these features explicitly. A buyer weighing two comparable Riviera homes — one with a 2023 roof and impact glass, one with an older roof and standard windows — is making a multi-thousand-dollar-per-year insurance decision that supports the storm-hardened home's price.

Mini-FAQ: Seller Edition

What is my Riviera home worth? It depends on lot position, square footage, renovation level, and current market conditions. Call (239) 898-6072 for a property-specific analysis.

How long will it take to sell? Over the trailing 12 months, the median days on market for closed Riviera sales was just 6 days (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026). Well-priced, well-conditioned homes move almost immediately; overpriced homes sit.

Do I need both estoppels before closing? Yes — request both immediately upon contract ratification, since processing times from two separate associations can stack.

Does the buyer's Club membership affect my sale? Club membership transfers vary by the Club's rules. Confirm with the Club Membership Office (239-495-0200) and disclose them in your listing notes.

What disclosures am I required to provide? Under Florida Statute §720.401: the BBCA and Riviera sub-HOA disclosure summaries before contract execution, plus the governing documents, budgets, and the expanded flood disclosure under §689.302 (effective October 1, 2025) for any water intrusion during your ownership.

Your Local Real Estate Experts

McGreevy and Comisar are Bonita Bay's resident-expert real estate team at Domain Realty, with offices at 24031 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 101, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 just minutes from the Bonita Bay main gate. We have watched Bonita Bay's single-family villages grow from construction through the hurricane recovery and into the current market cycle.

• Top 1% Real Estate Agents Nationally Since 2008
• 5 Star Award for Customer Satisfaction for 20 Straight Years. Only 5 out of 21k+ Licensees (Gulfshore Life Magazine)
• #1 Team in Southwest Florida since 2012
• McGreevy and Comisar and their Domain Realty Group team have sold over $2.5 Billion in Real Estate
• McGreevy and Comisar alone have over $900 million in Sales
• Nationally Recognized Top Producing Realtors
• Platinum Sales Production Award Winners

Jesse McGreevy: (239) 898-6072 · [email protected]
Marc Comisar: (239) 287-5873
Office: 24031 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 101, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

McGreevy and Comisar are part of Domain Realty — Southwest Florida's full-service brokerage. Learn more about our brokerage at DomainRealtyGroup.com.

Frequently Asked Questions — Buyer Edition

About the Community

What is Riviera at Bonita Bay? A gated single-family enclave of approximately 35 Mediterranean-style estate homes on one cul-de-sac — Riviera Lakes Court — inside the master-planned community of Bonita Bay in Bonita Springs, Florida (ZIP 34134). It is a low-rise village of detached custom homes, not a high-rise tower. The community was built 1990–1995, is fully built out, and all homes include private swimming pools. Views are oriented toward internal freshwater lakes and golf course/preserve buffers.

How many homes are in Riviera at Bonita Bay? Approximately 35 single-family homes, all on Riviera Lakes Court (a cul-de-sac). The community is fully built out — no remaining lots and no new construction possible.

Who developed Riviera? Riviera was developed as part of the larger Bonita Bay master-planned community by the Bonita Bay Group, the firm that planned and built all 2,400 acres from the mid-1980s forward. The homes were built in the 1990–1995 period under the Group's village-first design philosophy.

What is the architectural style of homes in Riviera? Mediterranean coastal estate — stucco exteriors over concrete block, barrel-tile rooflines, arched architectural elements, private swimming pools oriented toward the lake or golf-course view, and neutral warm-tone exterior palettes. All exterior modifications require BBCA Design Review approval.

About the Market

What does it cost to buy a home in Riviera at Bonita Bay? Over the trailing 12 months, the median sold price was $1,237,500, with closings spanning $975,000 to $1,700,000 (average $1,308,333). (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.) Your target price depends on lot position, square footage, and renovation level.

Are there homes for sale in Riviera at Bonita Bay right now? As of the June 2026 MLS pull: 0 active listings. The only way to purchase in Riviera is to wait for a listing to come to market, or to work with an agent who has community relationships and can surface off-market opportunities before they hit the MLS. (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.)

How fast do homes sell in Riviera? Exceptionally fast. Over the trailing 12 months the median days on market was just 6 days, and sellers achieved an average 97.9% of list price. (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.) Correctly priced homes here sell almost on contact.

How many homes have sold in Riviera in the last 12 months? 6 homes closed over the trailing 12 months, totaling $7,850,000 in volume at a median of $1,237,500. (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.)

About the HOA and Fees

What are the HOA fees at Riviera at Bonita Bay? Two mandatory HOA fees: (1) Riviera sub-HOA: approximately $280–$522/month ($3,360–$6,264/year); (2) BBCA master assessment: approximately $3,000–$6,000/year. Total mandatory HOA: approximately $6,360–$12,264/year ($530–$1,022/month). Both run simultaneously; neither is optional. Verify current-year amounts via estoppel certificates at closing.

Is there a transfer fee when buying in Riviera? Yes. Effective January 1, 2024, the BBCA charges a one-time Resale Reserve Assessment of 0.5% of the purchase price, capped at $10,000, paid by the buyer at closing. On a $1,237,500 purchase, this is approximately $6,188.

Is there a CDD assessment at Riviera? No. Bonita Bay has no Community Development District. There is no CDD levy on Riviera property tax bills.

Is the Bonita Bay Club membership required when buying in Riviera? No. Club membership is completely optional. Golf membership (estimated $150,000 initiation + $19,500/year) and Sports membership (estimated $60,000 + $10,110/year) are available but never required. The BBCA master fee covers trails, parks, security, beach access, and community activities entirely separately from the Club.

About the Marina and Boating

Do homes in Riviera have boat docks? No. Riviera Lakes Court homes face internal stormwater lakes, not navigable waterways. No individual lot-level riparian rights or private boat docks exist. Boating access for all Riviera residents is through the Bonita Bay Marina on the Imperial River — a separate application and monthly fees are required beyond standard BBCA membership.

How do Riviera residents access the Bonita Bay Marina? As BBCA members, all Riviera homeowners are eligible to apply for marina privileges at the Bonita Bay Marina ((239) 495-3222). The marina requires a separate application and monthly fees and provides access to the Imperial River, Estero Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico via New Pass.

What is the maximum boat size at the Bonita Bay Marina? Maximum draft: 36 inches (hard permitting limit). Maximum LOA: 36 feet. Dry storage accommodates boats up to 36 feet; no shore power is available.

What is the route from the Bonita Bay Marina to the Gulf? North up the Imperial River through Government Cut, across Fish Trap Bay, through Intrepid Waters and Hogue Channel, and out New Pass to the Gulf. The Channel Chatter document records 3–4 feet at zero tide in the shallowest sections.

About Storm Posture and Insurance

What flood zone is Riviera at Bonita Bay in? Based on Riviera's inland eastern position — well separated from Estero Bay, the Imperial River, and any tidal system — the parcels are highly probable to be in Zone X (minimal flood hazard). Confirm via msc.fema.gov parcel-level address search. Zone X properties: federally backed lenders do NOT require flood insurance, though it is still recommended.

Did Hurricane Ian flood homes in Riviera at Bonita Bay? Tidal storm surge flooding at Riviera's inland eastern position is considered very low probability — the Category 4 wind event affected all of Bonita Bay including Riviera (roof damage, screen enclosure losses, landscaping damage), but the surge that devastated coastal and river-adjacent communities did not reach the community's interior. Each buyer should pull the permit history for any specific address to review post-Ian repair activity.

How much does homeowner's insurance cost in Riviera at Bonita Bay? Estimated total annual insurance for a $1.2M–$1.7M Riviera home: approximately $13,500–$24,000/year (homeowners all-peril + private flood combined). The range reflects roof age, window type, and wind mitigation status. Citizens Property Insurance is not available for homes at this value (Citizens caps at $700,000 dwelling coverage).

Does Lee County have a flood insurance discount? Yes. Unincorporated Lee County maintains a FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) Class 5 rating, confirmed November 2024, which provides a 25% reduction in NFIP flood insurance premiums. Bonita Springs has its own separate CRS participation — confirm the current city rating for your specific parcel.

Lifestyle and Daily Life

Is Riviera at Bonita Bay a 55+ community? No. Riviera is not a HOPA-qualified 55+ community. There are no age restrictions on buyers or residents, though the buyer profile skews heavily toward retirement-age households.

Can you rent your home in Riviera at Bonita Bay? Rentals are technically possible but extremely rare. Over the trailing 12 months there were 0 active rental listings and just one recorded lease in the enclave (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026). Riviera is bought to be lived in or used seasonally, not as a rental investment. The minimum lease term, maximum annual lease count, and HOA approval requirements are governed by the Riviera sub-HOA CC&Rs.

Are short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO) allowed at Riviera? Almost certainly not, given the community's character, HOA structure, and management profile. Verify against the CC&R text. The HOA tenant-approval process and minimum lease-term provisions would make platforms like Airbnb operationally impractical.

Are pets allowed in Riviera at Bonita Bay? At least one listing noted a "no pets" restriction. This must be verified against the recorded CC&R text (leeclerk.org, search "RIVIERA AT BONITA BAY") before being relied upon. If confirmed, it is a material disclosure for pet-owning buyers.

Can I modify the exterior of my Riviera home? Yes, with BBCA Design Review Department approval before any work begins. The BBCA adopted newly revised Design Review Guidelines on February 20, 2025. All exterior modifications — paint colors, roof materials, screen enclosures, landscape changes, driveway resurfacing, flood barriers — require prior written approval. Contact Design Review at [email protected] or [email protected].

Is EV charging available at Riviera? Yes — as detached single-family homes with attached garages, Riviera residences readily accommodate owner-installed Level 2 EV charging in the garage. Any exterior-visible electrical work should be confirmed against BBCA Design Review guidelines.

What internet service is available at Riviera? Hotwire IPTV fiber-to-the-home is the community-wide technology platform available to all Bonita Bay residents including Riviera. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living)

Is Bonita Bay a gated community? Yes. Bonita Bay has 24/7 staffed gatehouse access, community patrol, and perimeter security. Riviera, as a sub-village, benefits from the master community's gated perimeter security.

Does the BBCA beach park require a Club membership to access? No. The BBCA Private Beach Park is owned by the Bonita Bay Community Association, not the Bonita Bay Club. It is available to all Bonita Bay property owners (including Riviera) as part of BBCA membership, with no Club membership required.

What is the Blue Zones designation at Bonita Bay? Bonita Bay holds a Blue Zones Recognized Community designation — described as the largest gated community within Southwest Florida to obtain this status. The program recognizes communities that have made measurable environmental and social improvements consistent with longevity research. (Source: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living)

What schools serve Riviera at Bonita Bay? Lee County School District public school assignments for ZIP 34134: Spring Creek Elementary or Bonita Springs Elementary (verify current assignment at leeschools.net); Bonita Springs Middle School; Bonita Springs High School. Lee County adjusts boundaries periodically — always confirm for a specific address.

How far is Riviera from the Naples area? Approximately 25–30 minutes from downtown Naples and 15–20 minutes from North Naples via US-41 or I-75.

What are the nearest grocery stores to Riviera? Publix and other grocery options in Bonita Springs are approximately 5–10 minutes from the Bonita Bay main gate.

Frequently Asked Questions — Seller Edition

Who is the best listing agent for Riviera at Bonita Bay? McGreevy and Comisar — the #1 Team in Southwest Florida since 2012, with over $900 million in personal sales. We have the buyer network, the marketing infrastructure, and the enclave-specific knowledge to position your Riviera home at the top of the market.

What is my Riviera home worth? The most accurate answer requires a property-specific analysis based on your lot position, square footage, renovation level, and current comparable sales data. Call Jesse at (239) 898-6072 for a specific valuation.

How many homes have sold at Riviera in the last 12 months? 6 homes closed over the trailing 12 months, totaling $7,850,000 in volume at a median of $1,237,500 (average $1,308,333; range $975,000 to $1,700,000), on a median 6 days on market and an average 97.9% of list price. (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.)

What do Riviera homes typically sell for? Over the trailing 12 months the median sold price was $1,237,500, with closings spanning $975,000 to $1,700,000 — a band reflecting differences in lot position, square footage, and renovation level. There are 0 currently active listings. (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.)

When is the best time to sell my Riviera home? Peak Bonita Bay single-family selling season runs November through April, driven by the snowbird buyer wave. The ideal listing window is October–November to capture arriving buyers early in the season — though Riviera's 6-day median days on market shows that correctly priced homes move quickly in any season.

How long will it take to sell my Riviera home? Over the trailing 12 months, the median days on market for closed Riviera sales was just 6 days (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026). Well-priced, well-conditioned homes move almost immediately; overpriced homes sit.

What disclosures am I required to provide to a buyer at Riviera? Under Florida Statute §720.401, you must provide the BBCA and Riviera sub-HOA disclosure summaries before contract execution, plus governing documents and budgets. Florida's expanded flood disclosure law (§689.302, effective October 1, 2025) requires you to disclose any flooding that damaged your property during your ownership.

Do I need both estoppel certificates before closing? Yes. Your closing requires estoppels from both the BBCA and Riviera of Bonita Bay Neighborhood Association, Inc. (managed by Gulf Breeze Management Services). Request both immediately upon contract ratification, since processing times from two separate associations can stack.

Does the Bonita Bay Club membership transfer when I sell my home? Club membership transfer rules vary by the Club's policies. Contact the Club Membership Office at 239-495-0200 to confirm current transfer rules and any applicable transfer fees before listing.

Does the Riviera HOA have rules about for-sale signs? Sign rules are contained in the BBCA and Riviera governing documents. Most Bonita Bay villages restrict or regulate yard-style signs. McGreevy and Comisar uses digital marketing, broker networks, and direct buyer outreach rather than sign-dependent marketing.

Can I sell a Riviera home during an active special assessment? Yes. However, you must disclose the special assessment to buyers. How the assessment is handled in the contract (paid by seller at closing, assumed by buyer, split) is negotiable and must be addressed before contract finalization.

What staging and preparation makes the most impact at Riviera? For lake-view homes: maximize the water-view impact in listing photography and schedule the shoot for the best light. For all homes: clean, declutter, and assess whether targeted updates would increase buyer interest enough to justify the cost. Document any post-Ian roof, impact windows, and wind mitigation certification. We advise on preparation on a home-specific basis.

Is now a good time to sell at Riviera? Yes. With a 6-day median days on market, a 97.9% average sale-to-list ratio, and zero active inventory, this is an exceptionally strong seller's market. The longer-term supply constraint at Riviera — 35 homes total, no new construction possible — works in your favor over any holding period. (Source: Stellar / SWFL MLS, Riviera at Bonita Bay subdivision filter, pulled June 2026.)

Sources and Authoritative References

All factual claims in this page are supported by primary sources or clearly identified secondary sources. Competitor realtor URLs are excluded from this reference block.

Primary Government and Official Sources:

• Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz): https://search.sunbiz.org — Entity N41948 (Riviera of Bonita Bay Neighborhood Association, Inc.)
• Lee County Property Appraiser: https://www.leepa.org
• Lee County Clerk of Court Official Records: https://or.leeclerk.org
• Lee County Building Department (permits): https://www.leegov.com/dcd/ced/permits
• Lee County Tax Collector (TRIM notices): https://www.leetc.com
• Florida Statutes — Chapter 720 (Homeowners' Associations): https://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0720/0720.html
• Florida Statutes — §689.302 (flood disclosure): https://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0600-0699/0689/Sections/0689.302.html
• FEMA Map Service Center: https://msc.fema.gov
• City of Bonita Springs: https://www.cityofbonitasprings.org
• Lee County School District — School Finder: https://www.leeschools.net
• National Hurricane Center — Ian Tropical Cyclone Report: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/data/tcr/AL092022_Ian.pdf
• Florida Office of Insurance Regulation — hurricane loss mitigation discounts: https://floir.gov/property-casualty/premium-discounts-for-hurricane-loss-mitigation

Bonita Bay Community Association (Official):

• BBCA Homepage: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com
• BBCA Community Association: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/community-association
• BBCA Style of Living: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/style-of-living
• BBCA Private Beach: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/private-beach
• BBCA The Parks: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/the-parks-of-bonita-bay
• BBCA Marina + Backwater Jacks: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/bonita-bay-marina-and-backwater-jacks
• BBCA Bonita Bay Club page: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/bonita-bay-club
• BBCA Realtor & Buyer Resources: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/realtor-and-buyer-resources
• BBCA Street and Neighborhoods PDF: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/files/Street%20and%20Neighborhoods%20BB.pdf
• BBCA Activities Department: https://www.bonitabayresidents.com/activities-department

Bonita Bay Marina (Official):

• Marina About Page: https://www.bonitabaymarina.net/about-bonita-bay-marina

Bonita Bay Club (Official):

• Club Homepage: https://www.bonitabayclub.net
• Golf Page: https://www.bonitabayclub.net/web/pages/golf
• Sports Center: https://www.bonitabayclub.net/web/pages/sports-center
• Lifestyle Center: https://www.bonitabayclub.net/web/pages/lifestyle-center
• Dining: https://www.bonitabayclub.net/web/pages/dining
• Club Blog: https://bonitabayclub.blog/

Golf and Club Secondary Sources:

• Golf Course Architecture — Sabal renovation: https://www.golfcoursearchitecture.net/content/fazio-design-begins-sabal-renovation-at-bonita-bay-club

Building, Construction, and Florida Law:

• Florida Building Commission: https://floridabuilding.org
• Lee County Code Enforcement: https://www.leegov.com/dcd/ced
• Florida Statute §720.303 (HOA records): https://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0720/Sections/0720.303.html
• Florida Statute §720.306 (rental restrictions): https://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0720/Sections/0720.306.html
• Florida Statute §720.401 (HOA disclosure summary): https://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0720/Sections/0720.401.html
• Florida Statute §627.0629 (wind mitigation credits): https://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0600-0699/0627/Sections/0627.0629.html

Schools:

• Lee County School District: https://www.leeschools.net
• Lee County School Finder Tool: https://leeschools.net/parents/enrollment/school-finder

A Note on How to Use This Page

We have written this guide to be the most complete, most honest, and most practically useful resource on Riviera at Bonita Bay available on the internet. We do not have a financial interest in any particular outcome for your search — our interest is in representing clients who make informed decisions with confidence. Whether you ultimately buy at Riviera, at Sanctuary, at Hidden Harbor, at another Bonita Bay village, or decide Bonita Bay's fee structure is not the right fit for your budget, the information on this page should help you get to that conclusion faster and more clearly.

For every data point we cited with "[verify]" or "[not confirmed — needs follow-up]," we mean it. The exact HOA fee amounts, the pet provision, the CC&R lease terms, and several other facts in this guide are not fully confirmable from public sources and require direct inquiry with the seller, Gulf Breeze Management Services, or the recorded documents at leeclerk.org. This is not a limitation of research — it is how Florida HOA due diligence works. The required disclosures are there precisely because this information matters and the buyer is entitled to receive it.

The best Riviera buyers we work with are the ones who ask the most questions before the offer and the fewest questions after closing. We help you get to that place.

Call or text Jesse McGreevy at (239) 898-6072 or Marc Comisar at (239) 287-5873. Our office is at 24031 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 101, Bonita Springs, FL 34135. We are available for showings, buyer consultations, and seller listing appointments at Riviera and throughout Bonita Bay and the broader Bonita Springs and Southwest Florida luxury market. There is no obligation, no sales pressure, and no cost for an initial conversation. The goal is clarity, not a commission.