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70-78 Waller St

Hayes Valley, SF 94102 0856010 5 units · 3 fl · 1900

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Hayes Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Hayes Valley average of 2.2.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 70-78 Waller 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 1900
2 or more units
5 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 1900
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
Units5
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area6,500 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0856010
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Antonio & Rita Castellucci, 1757 Union Street San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
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Landlord portfolio

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Included addresses

All street addresses sharing this blocklot that are covered by this report.

76 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94102
70 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94102
76 A Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94102
74 A Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94102
74 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94102
78 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 70-78 Waller Street in Hayes Valley, owned by Antonio & Rita Castellucci, has undergone several significant renovations and improvements since 2020. Most notably, the property completed comprehensive unit remodels in 2020-2021 that included kitchen and bathroom renovations, with associated electrical and plumbing upgrades. These improvements totaled over $116,000 and included the installation of new heating systems with updated ducts, flue pipes, and a new subpanel. The building has also seen various maintenance and compliance issues addressed over the years, including historical violations from 2002 related to handrails, stairs, and security requirements, all of which were abated by November 2002.

More recent building maintenance has focused on improving resident comfort and safety, though there have been some concerning historical issues worth noting. In 2009-2010, the building experienced multiple violations including peeling paint, wall damage, and window problems, which were subsequently resolved. The property has maintained an active renovation history with the addition of addresses 74A & 76A at the rear building in 2012. While the building underwent significant improvements in recent years, including the replacement of old furnace systems and comprehensive unit remodels, there have been recurring issues with the surrounding area, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding garbage, debris, and parking concerns. A minor fire-related incident involving a smoke detector activation was also recorded, though no injuries or actual fire damage occurred.

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Risk rating

How 70-78 Waller 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
29thpercentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 729 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
54%
No DBI
violation
46%
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.

Property class

The assessor's property-class code, which correlates with building type and the violation rates the model expects. This code is grouped with other less-common classes.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 46%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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70-78 Waller St event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2021
Plumbing Permit Dec 03
Correct address for pmw20211129786 from 76 a to 76 waller.
Complete
Plumbing PermitNov 29
Work category: 1m; replace the old furnace and old ducts.new flue pipe pvc 2''and condencer drain

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