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549-555 Columbus Ave

North Beach, SF 94133 0117019 3 units · 3 fl · 1911

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

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 549-555 Columbus Ave 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 1911
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 1911
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
Floors3
Year built1911
Total area2,070 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0117019
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Antonio & Rita Castellucci, 75 Margarita Dr San Rafael CA 94901
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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549 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
555 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
551 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

This three-story multi-family residential building at 549-555 Columbus Avenue in North Beach, owned by Antonio & Rita Castellucci, has a mixed maintenance and violation history since its construction in 1911. The most recent significant maintenance work includes a house trap replacement in June 2023 and two gas line repairs in September 2018. The building has undergone several notable improvements, including window replacements in 2011, reroofing in 1997, and the installation of a canvas awning in 1988. A concerning incident occurred in 2021 when a fire violation was issued regarding required access to exterior doors, though this was subsequently rescinded.

The property has experienced multiple maintenance issues over the years, particularly in the mid-1990s when several complaints were filed regarding security, plumbing, and structural problems, including leaks, exposed wires, and inadequate fire safety features. In April 2002, multiple violations were documented regarding egress obstruction, rear stairs inspection, and building permit requirements, though these were all abated within three days. More recently, the surrounding area has struggled with various street maintenance issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls between 2022 and 2024 regarding garbage, debris, and waste on the street. The building's historical records also show a legacy business registry status for "iI Pallaio," though this appears to be unrelated to the residential units.

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Risk rating

How 549-555 Columbus Ave'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
37thpercentile

Out of 362 buildings in this neighborhood, 228 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
65%
No DBI
violation
35%
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 complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

Neighborhood location

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 35%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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549-555 Columbus Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 14
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestMay 24
Garbage and debris

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