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300 Castro St

Corona Heights, SF None 2622002 2 units · 3 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Corona Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.3
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Corona Heights average of 1.3.

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 300 Castro 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
2 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 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
Units2
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area2,451 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot2622002
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Wells Fargo 1031 Exchange S P O Box 720 Dunnigan CA 95937
Last sale
September 07, 2018

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Initial analysis

The three-story, two-unit multi-family residential building at 300 Castro Street, owned by Melvin L. Smith and La Ancajas, dates back to 1900 and is classified as a TIC building containing 4 units or less. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and compliance projects in recent years, most notably a comprehensive set of improvements in 2020-2021 to address issues identified in physical inspection report CC-8389, including electrical, plumbing, and general building repairs costing $25,000. The building has a documented history of water-related issues, with complaints about water damage, drainage problems, and rodent infestations filed in 2014, though these violations were abated by June 2014. Structural maintenance has included repairs to exterior stairs in 2016 due to dry rot, and more recent complaints between 2020-2022 regarding unpermitted construction work, including concerns about noise and work being conducted without proper permits.

The property has undergone some major infrastructure updates, including the replacement of two 40-gallon water heaters and sewer line work in 2014. Recent building complaints from 2022-2023 primarily relate to unauthorized construction work and its associated noise, though these complaints have since been resolved. The building's exterior and surrounding area have required ongoing maintenance, as evidenced by 311 calls in 2023-2024 regarding sidewalk graffiti, pavement defects, and general cleaning needs. Historically, the property has faced various maintenance challenges, as noted in earlier complaints from the 1990s and 2000s regarding water intrusion, structural issues, and pest control, though these issues appear to have been addressed through subsequent repairs and improvements.

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Risk rating

How 300 Castro 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
14thpercentile

Out of 348 buildings in this neighborhood, 299 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
60%
No DBI
violation
40%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

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 40%
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

300 Castro St event timeline

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

2022
DBI Complaint Jul 14
Date last observed: 13-jul-22; time last observed: 2:43 pm; floor: yard; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling work w/o permit; ; additional information: noisy machinery exceeding decibel level allowable and no permit - sounds like a tile cutter;
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