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12 Tortoise Shell

Irvine, CA 92604
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt2,004

Sqft

SqFt2,920

Sqft(Lot)

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 w hatever 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.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,389,000

AD Id : 88338279

MLS Id : PW26149079

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 2,920 Sqft

Living Area Size : 2,004

Year Built : 1976

Garage : 2

County : Orange

Subdivision: Leisureville

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Roofing Information

    Composition

    Flooring Information

    Vinyl
  • Interior Features

    SeparateFormalDiningRoom, EatInKitchen, OpenFloorplan, Pantry, RecessedLighting, TileCounters, AllBedroomsUp, PrimarySuite, WalkInClosets
    Roof: Composition
    Appliances: Dishwasher, GasRange, Refrigerator
    Laundry Features: InGarage
    Window Features: Blinds
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: CentralAir

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1976
    Construction Materials: Stucco
    Stories: 2
    Patio And Porch Features: Concrete
    Pool Features: Community, Association
    Private Pool: No
    View: Neighborhood
    Association Fee Frequency: Monthly

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 2920 Lot Size Acres: 0.067 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 2,920 Lot Description: CulDeSac

    Property Information

    Subdivision: Irvine Groves (IG) Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Two Property Age: 50

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $1389000
    Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 44944106 Tax Lot: 62

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 4 Driveway, GarageFacesFront, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Has Association: Yes
    HOA: $330.00
    Association Amenities: MaintenanceGrounds, Pickleball, Pool, SpaHotTub, TennisCourts
    Community Features: Sidewalks, Pool

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Greentree Junior High School: Venado Senior High School: Irvine
  • Utility Information

    ElectricityConnected, NaturalGasConnected, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
  • Location Information

    Direction: Butterfly to Monarch, then right on to Tortoise Shell WaterSource: Public Security Features: CarbonMonoxideDetectors,SmokeDetectors
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ByOwner last updated this listing 07/25/2026 @ 21:58

MLS: PW26149079 LISTED BY: Sarah Sees Smith, Seven Gables Real Estate 714-840-1031 SOURCE: CRMLS

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