16 Tortoise Shell, Coto de Caza, CA 92679

Off market nov 2021 for $1.8M

$2,843,539

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $12,347/mo

•

4,501

sq ft

16 Tortoise Shell, Coto de Caza, CA 92679

About this home

Experience quintessential O. C. living with endless possibilities. This 5 bed, 5.5 bath home is located on a serene hillside cul-de-sac behind the gates of coveted Coto de Caza. Step through the double-door entryway and into the majestic foyer to find an abundance of desirable features, from dream entertaining spaces, to intimate living environments, this home provides it all. The open entertainer’s kitchen is built for hosting and features a seated island, granite countertops, wood cabinetry, workstation, and casual dining area. Entertain guests in the living room by the cozy fireplace or relax and unwind in the family room with double doors leading to the grounds, ideal for indoor/outdoor living. Entering the 2nd level, an opulent circular balcony welcomes you. Ample panoramic windows frame the hillside and treetop that surround, bringing light from all direction. The expansive primary suite is built with pure tranquility in mind and features a walk-in closet, fireplace, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and private balcony overlooking Caspers Wilderness Park. 4 additional spacious en suite bedrooms offer plenty of space for guests, family, and remote work. Outside on the grounds a rock pool, and patio ideal for dining al fresco. Located minutes from fine dining, award-winning schools, and hiking, this magnificent home combines all aspects of Southern California living with the opportunity to make it your own.

Single-familyProperty Type

2000Year Built

8,052 sq ftLot Size

$632Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Hunter Fedden •DRE #01946473 • Residential Agent Inc.

Bought with Hunter Fedden •DRE #01946473 • Residential Agent Inc.

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•Source:CRMLS #LG21167129

Redfin Estimate

$2,843,539

$994K since sold in November 2021$38K since October

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This home's estimate is 4.6% higher than the average sale price ($2.72M) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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C
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D
5 beds5.5 baths4,433 sq ft
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$2,800,000
E
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F
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Market trends in 92679, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

98.1%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$2K MoM

Avg. days on market

56d

4 days MoM

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7 MoM

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Sale history for 16 Tortoise Shell

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,809 (+2.0%)

$921,944 + $1,080,554

$2,002,498

2024

$19,425 (+2.3%)

$903,867 + $1,059,367

$1,963,234

2023

$18,981 (+1.6%)

$886,144 + $1,038,596

$1,924,740

2022

$18,679 (+55.9%)

$868,768 + $1,018,232

$1,887,000

2021

$11,984 (+0.3%)

$851,733 + $998,267

$1,850,000

2020

$11,951 (+2.0%)

$454,432 + $748,956

$1,203,388

2019

$11,716 (+2.0%)

$449,772 + $741,277

$1,191,049

2018

$11,485 (−0.6%)

$440,953 + $726,743

$1,167,696

2017

$11,549 (+0.6%)

$423,829 + $698,524

$1,122,353

2016

$11,476 (+1.6%)

$423,829 + $698,524

$1,122,353

2015

$11,290 (+2.0%)

$415,519 + $684,828

$1,100,347

2014

$11,073 (−2.6%)

$401,260 + $661,329

$1,062,589

2013

$11,374 (−3.2%)

$401,260 + $661,329

$1,062,589

2012

$11,748 (+2.0%)

$399,446 + $658,341

$1,057,787

2011

$11,517 (−0.4%)

$391,614 + $645,433

$1,037,047

2010

$11,561 (−2.1%)

$383,935 + $632,778

$1,016,713

2009

$11,814 (+3.1%)

$381,066 + $628,049

$1,009,115

2008

$11,464

$381,972 + $629,542

$1,011,514

Tax history for 16 Tortoise Shell

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,809 (+2.0%)

$921,944 + $1,080,554

$2,002,498

2024

$19,425 (+2.3%)

$903,867 + $1,059,367

$1,963,234

2023

$18,981 (+1.6%)

$886,144 + $1,038,596

$1,924,740

2022

$18,679 (+55.9%)

$868,768 + $1,018,232

$1,887,000

2021

$11,984 (+0.3%)

$851,733 + $998,267

$1,850,000

2020

$11,951 (+2.0%)

$454,432 + $748,956

$1,203,388

2019

$11,716 (+2.0%)

$449,772 + $741,277

$1,191,049

2018

$11,485 (−0.6%)

$440,953 + $726,743

$1,167,696

2017

$11,549 (+0.6%)

$423,829 + $698,524

$1,122,353

2016

$11,476 (+1.6%)

$423,829 + $698,524

$1,122,353

2015

$11,290 (+2.0%)

$415,519 + $684,828

$1,100,347

2014

$11,073 (−2.6%)

$401,260 + $661,329

$1,062,589

2013

$11,374 (−3.2%)

$401,260 + $661,329

$1,062,589

2012

$11,748 (+2.0%)

$399,446 + $658,341

$1,057,787

2011

$11,517 (−0.4%)

$391,614 + $645,433

$1,037,047

2010

$11,561 (−2.1%)

$383,935 + $632,778

$1,016,713

2009

$11,814 (+3.1%)

$381,066 + $628,049

$1,009,115

2008

$11,464

$381,972 + $629,542

$1,011,514

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,052

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

4,501

Year built

2000

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Orange County

APN

75523513

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

Yes

HOA Dues

$278 /month

Garage

Yes

Features

Views, Pool

Last updated by owner on May 16, 2022.

Specific Plan District

Specific plans are regulatory documents established by the County to carry out specific purposes, as authorized by the Government Code, for specific geographic areas shown on the Zoning Map. They are governed by a set of policies, diagrams, maps, and development standards that address specific subjects, such as land use, physical development, community design, transportation and public improvements, or impose requirements for detailed master plans that may be applicable in sub-areas within the specific plan area.

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 3
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Driveway, Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 6

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup

Kitchen Information
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Built In Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range/Stove Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Line to Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Room, In Kitchen
Built-in Trash/Recycling, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Walk-In Pantry

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathtub, Shower, Shower in Tub, Double sinks in bath(s), Exhaust fan(s), Jetted Tub, Separate tub and shower, Walk-in shower

Cooling Information
Central, Dual
Has Cooling

Room Information
Attic, Family Room, Foyer, Galley Kitchen, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry

Fireplace Information
Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Has Fireplace

Flooring Information
Carpet, Stone, Wood

Heating Information
Central Furnace, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Has Heating

Interior Features
Double Door Entry
Balcony, Crown Moldings, Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Two Story Ceilings
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Security Features: 24 Hour Security, Automatic Gate, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Card/Code Access, Fire and Smoke Detection System, Gated Community, Gated with Guard
Spa Features: Private, Heated, In Ground
Has Spa

Exterior

Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Fencing: Average Condition
Has Fence

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Stone
Has Patio
Pool Features: Private, Heated, In Ground, Saltwater, Waterfall
Has Pool
Has Sprinklers

Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Yard

Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, Doors - Swing in
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 75523513
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor

Utilities

Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Paid
Water Source: District/Public

Location

Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: CZ Master
Association Fee: $235
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Secondary Association Fee: 129
Secondary Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Amenities: Picnic Area, Playground, Dog Park, Hiking Trails, Horse Trails, Guard, Security, Controlled Access

Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Dog Park, Golf Course, Park, Preserve/Public Land, Sidewalks

School Information
Elementary School: Wagon Wheel
Middle Or Junior School: Las Flores
High School: Tesero
High School District: Capistrano Unified
Elementary School 2: WAGWHE
Middle Or Junior School 2: LASFLO
High School 2: TESERO

Location Information
Latitude: 33.56040200
Longitude: -117.59041900
Other Subdivision Name: Oak View @ Summit (OAKV)
Directions: Oso to Coto De Caza Dr, Right on Vela Ct, left on Fairvalley Ct, Left on Knotty Oak Cir, left on Tortoise Shell
Road Surface Type: Paved
Subdivision Name: Oak View @ Summit (OAKV)

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,501
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: No
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 8,052 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Orange County
APN: 75523513
HOA Dues: $278/month
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Pool

Home facts updated by owner on May 16, 2022

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: All Chandeliers

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 61
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 61

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Hunter
List Agent Last Name: Fedden

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Residential Agent Inc.

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Hunter
Buyer Agent Last Name: Fedden

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Residential Agent Inc.

Around this home

Schools

Wagon Wheel Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi

10/10

Las Flores Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi

8/10

Tesoro High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

7/10 Fire Factor

23% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Coto de Caza, CA • 92679

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 7.1 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.70M – $3.27M

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Home values near 16 Tortoise Shell

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4 Tortoise Shell, Coto de Caza, CA 7 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5211 Sq. Ft.	$3,120,905
18 Tortoise Shell, Coto de Caza, CA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5070 Sq. Ft.	$3,280,238

Address	Redfin Estimate
8 Tortoise Shell, Coto de Caza, CA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5211 Sq. Ft.	$2,903,846
17 Tortoise Shell, Coto de Caza, CA 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5575 Sq. Ft.	$3,378,292

Address	Redfin Estimate
12 Tortoise Shell, Coto de Caza, CA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4501 Sq. Ft.	$2,770,524
15 Tortoise Shell, Coto de Caza, CA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5211 Sq. Ft.	$3,174,679

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