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Irvine, CA

$1,389,000

12 Tortoise Shell, Irvine, CA
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,004
Sq Ft
1976
Built
14
Days listed

About this home

Some addresses simply make life feel easier. 12 Tortoise Shell is one of them. Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this detached four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home offers the kind of privacy and peaceful setting that's becoming increasingly rare. The moment you arrive, the slower pace is unmistakable. Neighbors wave as they pass, and there's an unmistakable sense of comfort that makes this home feel welcoming from the very first visit. Inside, the home unfolds with purpose. Natural light fills the living spaces, creating an easy flow between gathering, relaxing, and everyday living. Separate living and family rooms provide flexibility for both entertaining and quiet evenings at home, while four generously sized bedrooms offer space for family, guests, a home office, or whatever the next chapter calls for. The backyard becomes an extension of the home, a private place for morning coffee, weekend barbecues, or simply enjoying Irvine's year-round sunshine. Life here extends well beyond the front door. Set within one of Irvine's most established communities, you'll enjoy access to resort-style amenities including a pool, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and beautifully maintained parks and greenbelts. The HOA also maintains the exterior paint and stucco, allowing you to spend less time worrying about upkeep and more time enjoying everything this exceptional neighborhood has to offer. The location is served by the Irvine Unified School District, consistently recognized as the No. 1 best school district in Orange County and among the top districts in California, with an A+ overall rating from Niche for its exceptional academics and highly rated teachers. Add in exceptional shopping and dining, convenient freeway access, and Irvine's consistent recognition as one of the safest large cities in the United States, and it's easy to understand why this address offers more than a place to live. It offers peace of mind. There may be a tortoise in the street name, but life at 12 Tortoise Shell moves at exactly the pace you've been searching for. Peaceful when you're home. Connected when you're ready to explore. The only way to truly appreciate it is to experience it for yourself.

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2 full, 1 half
Living area
2,004 sq ft
Interior features
Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Flooring
Vinyl
Fireplace
Living Room
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
In Garage
Levels
Two
Spa
Community
Exterior & lot
Lot size
0.067 acres (2,920 sq ft)
Pool
Community, Association
View
Neighborhood
Year built
1976
Parking
Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
Parking spaces
4
Community
Area
EC - El Camino Real
County
Orange
Community features
Sidewalks, Pool
HOA fee
$330/mo
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
14
Listed
2026-03-13
Terms
Conventional
Parcel #
44944106
MLS #
PW26149079
Listed by
Sarah Sees Smith · Seven Gables Real Estate

Location

Price history

Listed
$1,389,000 · 2026-03-13
Days on market
14
Current price
$1,389,000
Financing

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$8,713
$7,024 principal & interest · $1,690 taxes & insurance
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Loan $1,111,200

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