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55 Genoa Pl

Telegraph Hill, SF 94133 0104069 6 units · 3 fl · 1959

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Telegraph Hill
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Telegraph Hill average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 55 Genoa Pl 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 1959
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1959
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1959
Total area3,963 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0104069
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Steven C. Thrower 1 Bush St Ste 900 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
092518

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Initial analysis

The 6-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 55 Genoa Place in Telegraph Hill, constructed in 1959, has undergone several significant renovations and improvements over the past decade. Most notably, the building received a new fire alarm system in 2022-2023 to comply with safety regulations, including wireless low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and smoke detectors in common areas, representing a key safety upgrade. Between 2017-2018, three units (1A, 1B, and another unit) underwent substantial rehabilitation work including kitchen and bathroom remodels, electrical upgrades, and washer/dryer installations, with individual project costs ranging from $28,000 to $60,000. The building has also seen significant maintenance work on its structure, including termite repair of rear decks in 2018 and reroofing in 2010, with costs of $47,000 and $15,000 respectively.

Historical records reveal several safety and maintenance issues were addressed in 2005, including problems with smoke detectors, fire escape drop ladders, and an exhaust flue, all of which were abated within a month. The building experienced some structural concerns in 2012 with reports of stucco cracking near decks and garage areas, though these were not formally documented as violations. Earlier maintenance issues from 1997 regarding deck deterioration were also addressed promptly. The property management has generally responded to building maintenance needs, as evidenced by the significant investment in the fire alarm system upgrade and the various unit renovations. Recent 311 calls related to the building primarily concern street cleaning and encampment removal in the vicinity, suggesting normal urban maintenance issues rather than specific building concerns.

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Risk rating

How 55 Genoa Pl'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

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

Grade C — Moderate risk

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

Grade D–F — High risk

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

Neighborhood percentile
40th percentile

Out of 684 buildings in this neighborhood, 410 are predicted to be safer.

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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 58.7%
Moderate concern 14.8%
Severe concern 26.5%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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