1051-1053 Francisco St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The 2-unit residential building at 1051-1053 Francisco Street in Russian Hill, owned by Serendipity Group LLC, is a 3-story flat/duplex structure built in 1953. The property has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past decade, with the most recent work focusing on exterior maintenance including two stucco repair projects in 2024 (approximately 300 and 700 square feet, costing $5,000 and $15,000 respectively). Historically, the building has seen substantial upgrades in 2012-2013, including the installation of a hot tub on the roof deck, garden design work valued at $100,000, comprehensive plumbing and electrical system overhauls, and the addition of solar PV systems.

The electrical upgrades included extensive new installations across both units, with major systems including centralized heating and kitchen appliances significantly modernized. Two notable compliance issues occurred during the building's history: in 2012, there was a complaint about the roof deck being constructed larger than approved, though this was subsequently addressed (case closed) within three weeks, and in 2008 there was a brief investigation into under-valued permits. The building's recent maintenance record shows attention to exterior upkeep, with multiple stucco repairs being undertaken.

A single fire department incident was recorded for a carbon monoxide detector activation that resulted in no CO detection or injuries. The property has maintained active communication with city systems for necessary permits and inspections, though there was one expired plumbing permit from 2011 that appears to have been addressed through subsequent permits. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to street-level issues not directly connected to the building itself, such as parking enforcement cases from 2024 and several temporary moving-related parking requests in 2013.