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Stacey Alysson Melman

12 Tortoise Shell
Irvine, CA, 92604
$1,249,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,004 SqFt
0.07 Acres
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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.
AGENT: Sarah Sees Smith
LISTING BROKERAGE: Seven Gables Real Estate
12 Tortoise Shell
Irvine, CA

Property Details

Price:
$1,249,000
MLS #:
PW26149079
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Irvine Groves IG
Neighborhood:
ecelcaminoreal
Listed Date:
Jul 9, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,004
Lot Size:
2,920 sqft / 0.07 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1976
Ec – El Camino RealEcelcaminorealIrvine Groves IgIrvine UnifiedGreentreeVenadoIrvineNeighborhood
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Schools

School District:
Irvine Unified
Elementary School:
Greentree
Middle School:
Venado
High School:
Irvine

Interior

Appliances
DW, RF, GR
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Flooring
VINY
Heating
CF
Interior Features
RECL, TILC, OFP, PTRY
Laundry Features
IG
Levels
U
Main Level Bathrooms
1

Exterior

Accessibility Features
NO
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
SDW
Construction Materials
STC
Fencing
BW
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Patio And Porch Features
CON
Roof
CMP
Security Features
SD, COD
Spa Features
COM
View
NE
Window Features
BLI

Financial

HOA Fee
$330
HOA Fee Frequency
MO

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Community

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