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588-592 Chestnut St

North Beach, SF 94133 0052014 3 units · 4 fl · 1907

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in North Beach — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the North Beach average of 2.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 588-592 Chestnut St rent-controlled?

San Francisco's Rent Ordinance caps rent increases and provides eviction protection for most residential units built before 1979 with 2+ units. Here's how this building scores.

Built before 1979
Built 1907
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NBEACH
Likely rent-controlled. Building age and unit count suggest this property falls under San Francisco's Rent Ordinance.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Statewide backstop · AB 1482

California Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Even when a building isn't covered by local rent stabilization, the statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) may still apply. It caps annual rent increases and requires the landlord to state a legal reason to end most tenancies.

15+ years since occupancy
Built 1907
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Local rent control likely takes priority. This building appears to fall under the local ordinance above, which is stronger than AB 1482. Where a local just-cause ordinance applies, its rules govern instead of the state cap.

AB 1482 does not apply to single-family homes and condos unless owned by a corporation, REIT, or an LLC with a corporate member; to owner-occupied duplexes; or to deed-restricted affordable housing. The Act is in effect until January 1, 2030. Not legal advice — see the California landlord–tenant guide.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors4
Year built1907
Total area3,939 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0052014
Ownership

Registered owner per SF Assessor-Recorder (secured roll).

Owner name
Mailing address
941 N Point St San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
March 11, 2022

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588 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
590 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
592 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 588-592 Chestnut Street in North Beach, owned by Richard B. Teed, has undergone significant renovations and improvements since its construction in 1907. Most notably, between 2019-2021, extensive work was completed including the installation of a new fire sprinkler system in unit 592 (costing approximately $30,000), bathroom and media room additions in 592, and comprehensive updates to the building's plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems. The building experienced several active construction periods from 2017 through 2021, during which there were multiple complaints about noise and work being done beyond the scope of permits, particularly during 2019-2020, which prompted resident complaints about construction activity. A concerning incident occurred in March 2017 when a window fell from the third floor, shattering on the sidewalk below, though no injuries were reported.

The property has undergone regular maintenance and upgrades over the years, including foundation work in 2019 ($120,000), complete rewiring projects, and multiple bathroom and kitchen remodels. While there were several building violations noted in 2015-2016 related to fire safety, drainage pipes, and egress issues, these were all abated by February 2017. Recent records from 2022-2023 show routine maintenance issues such as graffiti removal and sign repairs. The building's current systems include updated fire safety equipment, new plumbing fixtures, and modern electrical systems, suggesting significant investment in maintaining and improving the property, though the extended construction period and associated neighbor complaints are notable in the building's history. No recent fire incidents have been recorded, and the building appears to be in compliance with current safety requirements.

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Risk rating

How 588-592 Chestnut St's risk score is calculated

We trained a model on 7 years of SF DBI inspection data — notice of violation filings, complaint history, and owner track records. It estimates the probability that DBI inspectors will issue a Notice of Violation at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.

What the score means for you

Lower risk — safer than most nearby

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Typical — about average for the neighborhood

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Higher risk — riskier than most nearby

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
66thpercentile

Out of 362 buildings in this neighborhood, 123 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
84%
No DBI
violation
16%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

The three data points that most influenced this building's risk rating — ranked by the weight the model placed on each one.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Number of floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 16%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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588-592 Chestnut St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jan 02
Garbage and debris
furniture
311 RequestJan 02
Garbage and debris

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