12 Tortoise Shell, Irvine, CA 92604
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Listed by Sarah Sees Smith, Seven Gables Real Estate

$1,299,000

Original price: $1,369,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,004 sqft

12 Tortoise Shell, Irvine, CA 92604

El Camino Real
Est. Mortgage $8,424/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1976
$648/sqft
2 Car Garage
HOA $330/mo

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

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.

Home Details for 12 Tortoise Shell

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2004 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: In GarageRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomSpa: CommunityHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: BlindsDoor: Double Door EntryFlooring: VinylCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: Front doorAccessibility: NoneFloors: Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: ConcreteFencing: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage
Pool
Pool: Community, Association
Frontage
Road Frontage: Private RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 65Days on Market: 74

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1976
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyNot Included in Sale: Washer / DryerParcel Number: 44944106

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,299,000Price Per Sqft: $648
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Plus 3 Days

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

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Location

Direction & Address
City: IrvineCommunity: Irvine Groves (Ig)
School Information
Elementary School: GreentreeJr High / Middle School: VenadoHigh School: IrvineHigh School District: Irvine Unified

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PW26149079

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks, PoolNot Senior Community

HOA

HOA Name: Irvine GrovesHOA Phone: 949-450-0202Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHas an HOAHOA Fee: $330/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2920 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PW26149079Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: offers@seessmith.comCommon Interest: Planned DevelopmentUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-44944106-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Maintenance Grounds,Pickleball,Pool,Spa/Hot Tub,Tennis Court(s)Source Internet Entire Listing Display

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

El Camino Real
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What Locals Say about El Camino Real

At least 66 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say kids play outside

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 31 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Dxwh8vmgkk
    "There are many community events when I’m indifferent to most of them. There are many community events and I am in different to most of them."
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  • Kayla Amaral
    "Lots of people walk their dogs here but it seems even though there are poop bag/trash cans around no one can pick up their dogs poop its very annoying "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice safe community and believe all will love it. Especially if you have kids. It’s a great community for parents "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for over 35 years. Raise two kids with the help of a fabulous school system. The only real problem I have to complain about is Irvine Ranch Water District and their rates. Water is astronomical, we’ve all cut back crazily. And the city of Irvine just continues to add hundreds of homes every year. Doesn’t make any sense to me if we’re running out of water that they’re adding more homes to Orange County let alone Irvine."
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  • Trulia User
    "One of the fairly oldest and diverse communities in Irvine. Mostly families, nice neighbors and keep to their own business :)"
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  • Trulia User
    "Close to 405, 55, and 5 freeways. Good schools and walkable. Commute to LA 1 hour. Commute to San Diego 1.5 hours. Commute Beaches 30-30 min. Commute to inland empire 45-60 minutes."
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  • Fnedast11
    "Everything is good here Schools are great , stores, university , colleges, many malls around, one of the safest places to stay in Southern Cal Airport nearby too"
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  • Kjsunnydays
    "Unique yes my neighborhood is very unique. Everyone who lives in our community are seniors. We have a great deal in common, life experiences and our diversity makes each of us unique. Since we all live in close quarters, we all look out for each other. It’s really a wonderful place to call home. "
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  • Kjsunnydays
    "The Meadows is a over 55 manufactured home community. Everyone is very friendly and the grounds are immaculate."
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  • Phoofee
    "My dog has made many doggy friends & is always eager to play with her friends. The community has what I would refer to as a doggy subculture since the dog's owners also develope friendships of their own. This is a very dog friendly community with lots of walking areas - both sidewalks & tons of community greenbelt areas to enjoy. Since the HOA provides doggie bags, clean & sanitary common grounds are promoted which all residents appreciate. "
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  • Gailgetsemail
    "Peaceful, clean and family friendly. Greentree is a great place to live and raise kids. Great schools too. "
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  • Phillip W.
    "The neighborhood is quiet and safe with a beautiful park, community pool and club house, lush landscaping, and easy access to both the 5 and 405 freeways."
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  • Stacee L. M.
    "I grew up on Loma and went to Greentree Elementary School. I couldn't have asked for a safer child hood. Perfect for families, dog walks and safe night sleeps. "
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Market trends in Irvine

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.41M
$42.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.9%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$797
$2MoM
Available listings
956
9MoM

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1 Buckeye, Irvine, CA
0.21
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$1,365,000
10/24/25
3
2.5
1,737
1 Emperor, Irvine, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,110,000
03/04/26
3
2
1,281
5 Butterfly, Irvine, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,025,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,281
14242 Wyeth Ave, Irvine, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,530,000
08/17/26
4
2
2,060
14232 Matisse Ave, Irvine, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
05/22/26
3
2
1,380
14272 Saarinen Ct, Irvine, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,625,000
06/01/26
4
2.5
2,268
14172 Moore Ct, Irvine, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,430,000
03/25/26
3
2
1,380
14112 Picasso Ct, Irvine, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,720,000
01/14/26
4
2.5
2,060

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
8 Palamedes, Irvine, CA 92604
0.05
$1,170,300
3
2.5
1,737
Off Market
5 Peacock, Irvine, CA 92604
0.07
$1,229,100
3
2.5
1,665
Off Market
1 Tortoise Shell, Irvine, CA 92604
0.04
$1,331,900
3
2.5
1,737
Off Market
11 Palamedes, Irvine, CA 92604
0.05
$1,021,900
2
2
1,121
Off Market
22 Butterfly, Irvine, CA 92604
0.06
$1,280,300
3
2.5
1,941
Off Market
4 Skipper, Irvine, CA 92604
0.08
$1,405,700
3
2.5
1,941
Off Market
11 Skipper, Irvine, CA 92604
0.12
$1,192,000
3
2
1,281
Off Market
5 Swallowtail, Irvine, CA 92604
0.10
$1,398,100
4
3
2,004
Off Market
5 Tiger, Irvine, CA 92604
0.14
$1,149,998
3
2.5
1,808
For Sale
1 Emperor, Irvine, CA 92604
0.18
$1,110,000
3
2
1,281
Recently Sold
14232 Matisse Ave, Irvine, CA 92606
0.21
$1,200,000
3
2
1,380
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 27, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26149079
PriceChange
$1,299,000
Price decreased by 5%
Aug 12, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26149079
PriceChange
$1,369,000
Price decreased by 1%
Jul 9, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26149079
Listed For Sale
$1,389,000
Jan 14, 2026
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,000,000
Aug 6, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,992

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Sarah Sees Smith, Seven Gables Real Estate
The multiple listing data appearing on this website, or contained in reports produced therefrom, is owned and copyrighted by California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. ("CRMLS") and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Information provided is for viewer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties the viewer may be interested in purchasing. All listing data, including but not limited to square footage and lot size is believed to be accurate, but the listing Agent, listing Broker and CRMLS and its affiliates do not warrant or guarantee such accuracy. The viewer should independently verify the listed data prior to making any decisions based on such information by personal inspection and/or contacting a real estate professional.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2026-09-20 10:40:18 PDT and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information

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Frequently asked questions about 12 Tortoise Shell

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 12 Tortoise Shell?
    Based on a $1,299,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 12 Tortoise Shell in Irvine, CA is approximately $8,247 (about $7,025 principal & interest, $1,147 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 12 Tortoise Shell compare to homes in Irvine?
    12 Tortoise Shell in Irvine, CA is listed at $1,299,000, about 8% below the $1.41M median sale price in Irvine.
  • What do residents say about the El Camino Real neighborhood?
    Residents describe the El Camino Real neighborhood in Irvine, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in El Camino Real, Irvine.
  • What are the closest schools to 12 Tortoise Shell?
    The closest schools to 12 Tortoise Shell in Irvine, CA are Greentree Elementary School (rated 9/10), Irvine High School (rated 9/10), Venado Middle School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 12 Tortoise Shell have air conditioning?
    Yes, 12 Tortoise Shell in Irvine, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 12 Tortoise Shell have a pool?
    Yes, 12 Tortoise Shell in Irvine, CA has a pool.
12 Tortoise Shell, Irvine, CA 92604 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,004 sqft single-family home built in 1976. 12 Tortoise Shell is located in El Camino Real, Irvine. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Jul 9, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PW26149079.