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175-177 Caselli Ave

Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights, SF 94114 2702025 2 units · 2 fl · 1908

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 Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights average of 1.4.

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 175-177 Caselli Ave 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 1908
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1908
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
Floors2
Year built1908
Total area2,300 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2702025
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Torrano John Succ Trustee 4585 18Th St San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale

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177 Caselli Ave, San Francisco, CA 94114
175 Caselli Ave, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The property at 175-177 Caselli Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1908, currently owned by the Gregory J Ismarin Trust. The building's documented history includes several significant modifications and maintenance efforts, most notably a garage conversion of the existing basement completed in 2001 at a cost of $40,000, and a reroofing project completed in 1994. The property has experienced multiple complaints and incidents in recent years, with recurring issues related to debris accumulation at the front steps being reported in April and May 2021. There were also concerns about unauthorized construction activities in early 2021, and in 2014, a complaint was filed regarding an allegedly unpermitted trash shed installation next to the stairs, though this was subsequently marked as "Not Active."

The building has generated numerous 311 calls in 2024, with a notable pattern of parking-related complaints, including multiple reports of driveway blocking, though enforcement officers were often unable to locate the offending vehicles. In February 2024, there were several reports of loose garbage in the vicinity, and a sewage back-up issue was documented and resolved in January 2024. While a fire complaint was filed in November 2021, it was closed in May 2022 with a disposition of "No Merit." The property's recent history shows ongoing challenges with waste management and parking enforcement, though many complaints are promptly addressed by city services, as evidenced by the "Closed Case Resolved" status on numerous recent reports.

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Risk rating

How 175-177 Caselli Ave'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
28thpercentile

Out of 1278 buildings in this neighborhood, 920 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
62%
No DBI
violation
38%
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.

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 38%
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

175-177 Caselli Ave event timeline

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2021
Fire Complaint Nov 10
Uncategorized Complaint
No Merit
DBI ComplaintMay 17
There is a constant rotation of unsightly debris left on and around the front steps of this property. at the moment, there are a mirror and a wine rack on the sidewalk to the left of the front steps, cardboard boxes and miscellaneous items on the front steps by the front door. it degrades the visual character of the neighborhood for people to leave their junk outside. (311sr# 13729606)

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