51-53 Cervantes Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123

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.