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Property Description
Discover distinctive character and spacious living in this custom-built North Tustin home on a quiet cul-de-sac. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and over 2,300 square feet on a 9,800-square-foot lot, this property offers a pool, detached two-car garage, and attached workshop. A welcoming brick walkway leads to a light-filled formal living room with a masonry brick fireplace and glass atrium-an inviting setting for plants and greenery. The spacious family room features vaulted, wood-accented ceilings, exposed truss beams, a wood stove, and built-in storage and display areas. Views of the pool and side patio connect the indoor living spaces with the outdoors. The kitchen offers white quartz countertops, custom cabinetry with china display cupboards, a center island, and a generous breakfast bar with additional storage. Appliances include a gas cooktop, electric double oven, dishwasher, and over-the-range microwave. A separate formal dining room provides space for gatherings and special occasions.
Two bedrooms and two bathrooms are conveniently located downstairs. Upstairs, an additional bedroom joins the spacious primary bedroom, featuring a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, a large walk-in closet, and French doors opening to a private balcony. The upstairs bathroom includes a jetted tub, glass-enclosed shower, and dual sinks. A second-floor laundry room includes a washer and dryer. Outside, enjoy a gated, free-form pool, patio areas, and a long driveway with covered parking and gated access to the detached garage. The adjoining workshop adds versatile space for hobbies, projects, or storage. A home full of character, with room to relax, entertain, and make it your own.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 12531 Carmel
General
- Price: $1,495,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: PW26220746
- Updated: Today (10/12/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Entry, Attic, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Primary Bathroom
- Interior Features: Unfurnished
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Family Room
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Room, In Family Room
- Appliances: Disposal, Microwave, Built-In Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Water Line to Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Individual Room, Upper Level
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In-Ground, Private
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Front Porch, Brick, Concrete, Open Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Garage, Concrete, Covered, Gated, Garage (Single Door), Porte-Cochere, Garage Faces Front, Driveway
Location
- County: Orange
- Driving Directions: South on CA-55 S, Exit 14 for Chapman Ave, Left lane onto E Chapman 2miles, Right on Crawford, Straight on Barrett, Right on Fairhaven, Right on Carmel way, Property on Left.
School Information
- School District: Orange Unified
- Elementary School: PANORA
- High School: ELMOD2
Community
- Community Features: Gutters, Curbs, Suburban
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Electric, Central Air
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Construction: Brick, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Blinds
- Disability Access: None
- Entry Location: Front Door
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Stories Description: Two
- Square Feet: 2,392
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1957
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Workshop
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.225
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,800
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Lot Description: Cul-de-Sac, Level with Street, Lot 6500-9999, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Lawn, Yard
- Fencing (Description): Block, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $625
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Ricci Realty, Albert Ricci
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Schools
Schools serving 12531 Carmel
School District:Orange Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Panorama Elementary School 10512 South Crawford Canyon Road, Santa Ana, CA 92705 | K-6 | 0.2 mi |
El Modena High School 3920 East Spring Street, Orange, CA 92869 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 12531 Carmel
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/12/2026
Listed
$1,495,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 12531 Carmel
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,775
—
$151,866
2%
2025
$2,775
4%
$148,889
2%
2024
$2,662
4%
$145,970
2%
2023
$2,555
36%
$143,108
2%
2022
$1,884
3%
$140,302
2%
2021
$1,837
1%
$137,551
1%
2020
$1,820
1%
$136,141
2%
2019
$1,800
1%
$133,472
2%
2018
$1,774
4%
$130,855
2%
2017
$1,711
2%
$128,290
2%
2016
$1,681
-5%
$125,775
2%
2015
$1,765
2%
$123,886
2%
2014
$1,731
1%
$121,460
—
2013
$1,722
—
$120,912
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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12531 Carmel, Santa Ana, CA 92705 (MLS# PW26220746) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 12531 Carmel is currently listed for $1,495,000 and was received on October 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 12531 Carmel? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Santa Ana? You can browse all Santa Ana real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

