580 Mcallister St, San Francisco, CA 94102

The 72-unit apartment building at 580 McAllister Street, known as San Francisco Barbara Apart, is a 4-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1912. The property has undergone multiple significant upgrades and renovations over the past decade, with the most recent being a 2023 fire alarm system upgrade to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas. The building has experienced some recurring maintenance issues, particularly with its boiler systems, as evidenced by multiple complaints and violations regarding unpermitted boiler operations between 2017 and 2024, though recent permits show attempts to address these systems.

Other notable improvements include the 2020 replacement of the steam boiler, various unit renovations including kitchen and bathroom remodels in units 410, 100, and 201 between 2014-2016, and the removal of unauthorized telecommunications equipment in 2014. The building has a documented history of fire safety concerns, with multiple complaints about blocked exits and fire escape maintenance issues between 2005 and 2023. While most of these issues were resolved promptly, they indicate ongoing attention needed for fire safety compliance. A notable incident occurred in 2016 involving water damage and potential mold issues in 2017, though these were classified as routine repairs.

The property has maintained an active schedule of plumbing and electrical upgrades, including the 2016 replacement of hot water storage tanks and various unit-specific improvements. Tenant buyouts are recorded, with one instance in 2016 for $25,000. Recent 311 calls from January 2025 indicate ongoing maintenance challenges in the surrounding area, though these are primarily related to street cleaning and tree maintenance rather than building-specific issues. The building's management has generally responded to violations and complaints, as evidenced by the "Not Active" status on most recent issues, indicating they have been resolved or are no longer active concerns.