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51-53 Cervantes Blvd

Marina, SF 94123 0462A012 2 units · 2 fl · 1925

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 Marina — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Marina average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 51-53 Cervantes Blvd 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 1925
2 or more units
2 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 1925
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1925
Total area3,250 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0462A012
Ownership

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

Mailing address
53 Cervantes Blvd San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
July 22, 2015

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51 Cervantes Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123
53 Cervantes Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 51-53 Cervantes Boulevard in the Marina district is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1925, currently owned by Rocco Leonardo and Delia Gabr. The property has undergone significant improvements and renovations in recent years, particularly between 2016-2018, including substantial seismic upgrades, garage modifications, and the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system with 54 sprinklers throughout. Major improvements in 2017 included the conversion of garage space to a media room, construction of a new family room and master suite with roof deck, and interior enhancements such as sheetrock installation with fire-rated materials. The building's systems have been extensively upgraded, including electrical work with new 200-amp service, complete rewiring of units, plumbing improvements with radiant heating installation, and multiple bathroom remodels with modern fixtures.

Recent maintenance concerns include two sewage backup incidents in late 2023 (December and January 2024) related to the catch basin system, which have been resolved by the Public Utilities Commission. The property has experienced recurring issues with vehicles blocking the driveway, as evidenced by multiple parking enforcement calls between 2016-2021. A tree root issue affecting sidewalk integrity was reported and addressed in 2018. Notably, there was one recorded fire incident involving an unintentional smoke detector activation with no fires or civilian injuries. The building's renovation history shows substantial investment in safety features and modern amenities, with permits totaling over $270,000 for various improvements between 2016 and 2018, including voluntary seismic upgrades.

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Risk rating

How 51-53 Cervantes Blvd'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
53rdpercentile

Out of 988 buildings in this neighborhood, 464 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
80%
No DBI
violation
20%
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.

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 20%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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51-53 Cervantes Blvd event timeline

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2021
DBI Complaint Nov 17
Date last observed: 16-nov-21; time last observed: 11 am; identity of person performing the work: owner; floor: on the sid; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling other building; ; additional information: owner placed two large planters on the sidewalk last summer. and new large speaker looking items were added this morning. ;
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