

12781 Barrett, Santa Ana, CA 92705
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,373 sq ft
- 0.45-acre lot
- Built 1972
Open house
Open House
The home
About 12781 Barrett
Welcome to the highly sought-after North Tustin community—
This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers space, privacy, and timeless charm. A desirable downstairs bedroom with its own private ensuite bathroom provides the perfect setup for guests, extended family, a mother-in-law suite, or multigenerational living. Recent upgrades include remodeled bathrooms, brand-new carpet, fresh interior/exterior paint, newer windows, and new laminate flooring. An elegant iron front door and double-door entry create a grand first impression, while crown molding, recessed lighting, and ceiling fans throughout add style and comfort.
Designed for everyday living and entertaining, the spacious floor plan features an inviting family room with a beautiful fireplace, separate living room, formal dining room, and expansive kitchen with an adjacent laundry room and half bath.
Situated behind dual gates, the property boasts a picturesque horseshoe driveway, offering convenience and impressive curb appeal. The nearly half-acre lot provides exceptional potential for an ADU, pool, guest house, workshop, or equestrian amenities. Rear easement access offers additional flexibility for future possibilities.
Outdoor living is enhanced by mountain views, mature fruit trees, RV parking, a pull-through garage, and privacy rarely found in such a central location. The Spanish-style tile roof adds timeless character, while the expansive grounds create a true estate-like setting.
Something increasingly difficult to find in Orange County: the space and freedom to embrace a more rural lifestyle while remaining close to everything. Imagine keeping horses, chickens, roosters, goats, or even pigs on your own property—an extraordinary opportunity for those dreaming of equestrian living, a hobby farm, or simply more room to live life on their own terms.
Located within the award-winning Tustin Unified School District, including Arroyo Elementary, Hewes Middle School, and Foothill High School, this exceptional North Tustin property is minutes from shopping, dining, entertainment, and major freeways.
Properties offering this combination of privacy, usable land, lifestyle flexibility, and future potential are increasingly rare in Orange County. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to own an exceptional North Tustin estate where comfort, convenience, and possibilities come together.
Property details for 12781 Barrett
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in Santa Ana in Orange County. It offers 2,373 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,825,000, about $769 per square foot. The home was built in 1972. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 393-261-29. Highlights include mountain views, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 0.45-acre lot, central air, and a turnkey home. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $1,825,000
- Days On Site
- 44 Days
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,373 sqft
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 0.45 Acres
- Year Built
- 1972
- MLS® Number
- SW26173420
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- SW26173420
- Year Built
- 1972
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,373
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 19,602
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.45
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Mountains
- Parcel Number
- 39326129
- On Market Date
- 2026-08-21
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, In Law Floorplan, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Laundry, Primary Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Den
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Spanish
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Horse Property, Secluded, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Front Porch
- Parking
- Boat, Circular Driveway, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Gated, Oversized, Pull Through, Rv Access Parking
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Foothills, Hiking, Mountainous
The record
Property History for 12781 Barrett
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Listed for sale | $2,249,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixedEstimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Orange County rate. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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Schools
School District for 12781 Barrett
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Tustin Unified.
Location
Location
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Listed by Natalie Wemmer of Century 21 Masters
Listing information updated Sep 30, 2026 at 6:21 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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