12 Tortoise Shell Irvine, CA 92604
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,004 sqft
Price per Sqft $693
MLS Listing ID PW-26149079
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Fees $330/mo
Year Built 1976
Lot Size 2,920 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Property Description
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.
Location
State CA
County Orange
Area Ec - El Camino Real
Interior
Interior Features Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Vinyl
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Laundry In Garage
Exterior
Parking Features Driveway
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Community
Community Features Sidewalks
Utilities Available Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
View Y/N Yes
Building
Lot Description Cul-De-Sac
Sewer Public Sewer
Schools
Elementary Schools Greentree
Middle Schools Venado
High Schools Irvine
Others
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