Address
12 Tortoise Shell, Irvine, CA
Price
$ 1,299,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#PW26149079
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOrange
- CityIrvine
- Area El Camino Real
- NeighborhoodIrvine Groves (IG)
- Zip92604
- Style
- Year Built1976
- Price$ 1,299,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2004
- Lot Size0.067 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
An exceptional opportunity to make your move more attainable: the seller is open to considering a credit toward the buyer’s closing costs or an interest rate buy-down, offering added flexibility to make this home yours. Some addresses simply make life feel easier. 12 Tortoise Shell is one of them. Tucked at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, this detached four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath residence offers something increasingly difficult to find in Irvine: privacy, space, and calm without sacrificing connection to everything that makes the city so desirable. From the moment you arrive, the pace feels different. The street is quiet. Neighbors wave as they pass. There’s a warmth and sense of community that can’t be captured in photographs—and a feeling that this is a home where you can truly settle in. Step inside and natural light fills thoughtfully designed spaces made for everyday moments and memorable gatherings. Separate living and family rooms offer flexibility to host friends, enjoy a quiet evening, create a play space, or simply give everyone room to spread out. With four generously sized bedrooms, the home has space to evolve alongside you—whether that means family, guests, a home office, or a room devoted to the things you love. Outside, the private backyard becomes an extension of the home. Picture slow mornings in the sunshine, dinners outdoors, weekend barbecues with friends, or simply a peaceful space of your own to unwind. Life at 12 Tortoise Shell extends far beyond the property itself. The community offers resort-inspired amenities including a pool, tennis and pickleball courts, beautifully maintained parks, and inviting greenbelts. The HOA also maintains the exterior paint and stucco—leaving more time to enjoy the lifestyle that brought you to Irvine. Ideally positioned near highly regarded Irvine schools, shopping, dining, recreation, and convenient freeway access, this home feels tucked away while keeping everyday life remarkably close. 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 want to retreat. Connected when you want to explore. And designed for whatever comes next. Some homes look good in photos. Others simply feel right when you walk through the door. 12 Tortoise Shell is one you need to experience for yourself.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Greentree Elementary School | Venado Middle School | Irvine High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Listed $1,389,000 |
| 8/12/2026 | 1$1,369,000 |
| 8/27/2026 | 5$1,299,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Plus 3 Days |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Gas Range,Refrigerator |
| HOA Fee | 330 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Concrete |
| Pool Features | Community,Association |
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| Exclusions | Washer / Dryer |
| Year Built | 1976 |
| View | Neighborhood |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Sidewalks,Pool |
| Accessibility | None |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Maintenance Grounds,Pickleball,Pool,Spa/Hot Tub,Tennis Court(s) |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Irvine Groves (IG) |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Butterfly to Monarch, then right on to Tortoise Shell |
| High School | Irvine |
| City | Irvine |
| Disclosures | Covenants/Restrictions Disclosure,HOA Disclosure |
| Association Name | Irvine Groves |
| Entry Location | Front door |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Irvine Unified |
| Open Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | EC - El Camino Real |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 2920 |
| Listing Terms | Conventional |
| Spa Features | Community |
| Elementary School | Greentree |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Current Financing | Private |
| Middle/Junior High School | Venado |
| Property Condition | Turnkey |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/e608674f-2653-4422-b802-f56b55bbb0a8?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard |
| Structure Type | House |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Lot | 62 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | IRVINE |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Tile Counters,All Bedrooms Up,Primary Suite,Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Vinyl |
| Fireplace Features | Living Room |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Blinds |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | In Garage |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | Block |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage |
| Lot Features | Cul-De-Sac |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Lot Size Area | 2920 |
| Spa | true |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.067 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Private Pool | false |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Door Features | Double Door Entry |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 92604
Price
Year Built
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