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595 Arguello Blvd

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1543017 8 units · 2 fl · 1963

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in 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 Inner Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.9
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 595 Arguello Blvd 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 1963
2 or more units
8 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1963
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
Units8
Floors2
Year built1963
Total area5,240 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1543017
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Po Box 320302 San Francisco CA 94132
Last sale
June 25, 1998

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Initial analysis

595 Arguello Blvd is a two-story, 8-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1963 in the Inner Richmond neighborhood, currently owned by 595 Arguello Apts LLC. The building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past decade, with the most recent work occurring in 2025 involving a comprehensive renovation of Unit 1 including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, new flooring, and insulation improvements, with associated plumbing and electrical upgrades costing $80,000. One of the most critical safety improvements was completed in 2022 with a mandatory fire alarm system upgrade to comply with California state marshal code requirements, including the installation of low-frequency horns in units and a new fire alarm panel ($15,000). The building successfully completed its soft-story retrofit in 2016, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements.

Historical records show several maintenance and safety issues in the past, including fire safety violations in 2004 regarding combustible materials storage, plumbing issues in 2006 with a clogged floor drain and shower problems, and a 2008 complaint about roof leaks affecting tenant property. However, all these issues were resolved, and there have been no recent violations or complaints about these recurring problems. The building's maintenance history shows regular updates to individual units, primarily focusing on kitchen and bathroom renovations, along with infrastructure improvements such as electrical panel upgrades and insulation work. Fire incident records show various incidents including minor electrical issues, a cooking fire, and a gas leak, but notably, none of these incidents resulted in civilian injuries. Recent 311 calls have primarily concerned external matters like garbage and debris on the street, which are typical for urban residential buildings.

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Risk rating

How 595 Arguello Blvd'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
8thpercentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1585 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
52%
No DBI
violation
48%
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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 48%
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

595 Arguello Blvd event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jun 06
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement
Plumbing PermitMay 04
Work category: 1p; shower valve replacement

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