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318 Caselli Ave

Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights, SF 94114 2703004 2 units · 2 fl · 1901

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. 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 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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 318 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 1901
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 1901
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 built1901
Total area2,666 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot2703004
Ownership

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

Mailing address
318 Caselli Ave San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale
February 14, 1995

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Initial analysis

This 2-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building located at 318 Caselli Avenue in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood was constructed in 1901 and is currently owned by Thomas H & Allysonne Smith. The property has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, with the most substantial work being a comprehensive kitchen remodel completed in late 2023, including reconfiguration of walls, replacement of windows and doors, and updates to electrical and plumbing systems (cost: $150,000). Prior renovations include two bathroom remodels in 2021-2022, which involved substantial plumbing and electrical work, as well as upgrading the water heating system. The building has received regular maintenance attention over the years, including reroofing in 2001, deck repairs in 2000, and remediation of dry rot in 1999.

Recent concerns regarding the property primarily relate to infrastructure issues, with multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding tree root damage to the sidewalk, sewer issues, and various street maintenance matters. Notably, there were three separate reports in 2024 about tree roots lifting the sidewalk, and a sewage backup incident in January 2024 that was subsequently resolved. The property has also undergone some exterior modifications, including the replacement of windows and doors in the rear of the building, as documented in planning records. While these recent infrastructure issues warrant attention, it's important to note that they appear to be primarily related to public infrastructure rather than the building's structural integrity or systems. The owners have shown consistent investment in property improvements and maintenance, as evidenced by the substantial recent renovations and regular upkeep of building systems.

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Risk rating

How 318 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
94thpercentile

Out of 1278 buildings in this neighborhood, 77 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
92%
No DBI
violation
8%
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 age

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

Neighborhood location

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

Property class: single-family home

Single-family homes (class A) have distinct violation and complaint patterns from multi-family buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 8%
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

318 Caselli Ave event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit May 23
Conversion of utility room to bedroom by adding a closet. requirements for room dimensions, electrical, heating, and egress are met by the existing structure.
$100 · Filed
Planning RecordMay 23
CONVERSION OF UTILITY ROOM TO BEDROOM BY ADDING A CLOSET. REQUIREMENTS FOR ROOM DIMENSIONS, ELECTRICAL, HEATING, AND EGRESS ARE MET BY THE EXISTING STRUCTURE.

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