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12781 Barrett, Santa Ana, CA 92705

  • 4 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 2,373 sq ft
  • 0.45-acre lot
  • Built 1972

MLS# SW26173420 · Listed Aug 21, 2026 · 44 Days On Site

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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

DateEventPriceNote
Aug 21, 2026 Listed for sale $2,249,000

Cost of ownership

Estimated monthly payment

7.03% · 30-yr fixed
$
$13,911/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $182,500 down
Principal & interest$10,961
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$684
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,734
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$532
HOANot reported, not included
$12,009/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $365,000 down
Principal & interest$9,743
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,734
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$532
HOANot reported, not included
$10,791/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $547,500 down
Principal & interest$8,525
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,734
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$532
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$2,266/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,734
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$532
HOANot reported, not included

Estimate 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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School District for 12781 Barrett

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The MLS record lists the school district as Tustin Unified.

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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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