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1207 Chestnut St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0499001 12 units · 3 fl · 1924

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Russian Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.9
12
FewerMore

This building has 12 novs (7y), above the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1207 Chestnut St 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 1924
2 or more units
12 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1924
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
Units12
Floors3
Year built1924
Total area13,125 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0499001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Antonio & Rita Castellucci 1757 Union St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
December 11, 2003

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Initial analysis

The 12-unit apartment building at 1207 Chestnut Street in Russian Hill, owned by Antonio & Rita Castellucci, is a 3-story structure built in 1924. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past decade, including a substantial renovation of Unit #3 in 2018-2019 (adding a bedroom and updating kitchen/bathroom) costing $50,000, backflow valve replacements in 2018 and 2020, and various street-space permits in 2019-2020. However, the building has several concerning active issues. As of 2024, there are active violations regarding lead abatement and weather protection, and the building remains non-compliant with San Francisco's Soft Story Tier 3 requirements. There is also a history of water-related problems, with complaints in 2018 regarding leaks and water damage in multiple units, particularly affecting the top floor. The building has experienced several fire alarm system issues between 2006 and 2024, though all were determined to have no merit or were corrected. A significant retrofitting upgrade was attempted in 2018 but was ultimately cancelled.

The property has undergone various maintenance and improvement projects over the years, including a roof replacement in 2014, garage repairs in 2016, and window replacements in 2002. Building violations from 2018 included issues with heating systems, windows, painting, and floor boards, all of which were marked as abated in 2021, though some of these problems have resurfaced in recent complaints. The recent history of complaints and violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding weatherization and lead safety. The property has experienced multiple abandoned vehicle reports and garbage-related issues in the surrounding area, as evidenced by recent 311 calls, though these are external to the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 1207 Chestnut St'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
4thpercentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 1088 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
17%
No DBI
violation
83%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Number of units

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 83%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

1207 Chestnut St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 23
Abandoned vehicle
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestJul 21
Sewage back-up discharge

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