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661-675 Cole St

Haight Ashbury, SF 94117 1248024 10 units · 2 fl · 1961

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 Haight Ashbury — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.7
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Haight Ashbury average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 661-675 Cole 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 1961
2 or more units
10 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 1961
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
Units10
Floors2
Year built1961
Total area6,084 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1248024
Ownership

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

Mailing address
675 Cole St Apt 2 San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
July 26, 2016

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675 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117
661 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1600 Waller St, San Francisco, CA 94117
663 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The 10-unit multi-family residential building at 661-675 Cole Street in Haight Ashbury, owned by Arielle Claire Olszer, has undergone significant improvements since its construction in 1961, with particular attention to safety and modernization. Most recently, in 2023, the building received a fire alarm upgrade (cost: $28,860) and experienced plumbing improvements including a water heater replacement (75-gallon) and the addition of a heat pump in Unit 8. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2015 (cost: $118,000) to comply with SFBC Chapter 34B requirements, achieving Tier 3 compliance. Substantial renovations were performed in 2007-2008, including exterior facade upgrades, addition of storage facilities, and kitchen/bathroom remodels in multiple units, along with extensive electrical work involving the installation of new lighting, switches, and receptacles.

The building has maintained an active approach to addressing safety concerns, with three fire safety-related complaints (2018, 2017, 2011) resolved promptly, indicating good responsiveness to safety issues. Historical violations from 2006 related to fire escape maintenance and weather proofing were all abated by November 2006. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to street-level issues such as parking violations and graffiti, which are not directly related to building conditions. The property has demonstrated regular maintenance and upgrades, including multiple water heater replacements, electrical system improvements, and unit-specific renovations, suggesting active management and investment in building upkeep.

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Risk rating

How 661-675 Cole 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
6thpercentile

Out of 581 buildings in this neighborhood, 546 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
29%
No DBI
violation
71%
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.

Number of units

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

Building size

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

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 71%
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

661-675 Cole St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jul 02
Damaged side sewer vent cover
Sidewalk and Curb
311 RequestJun 25
Garbage and debris

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