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615 Precita Ave

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5506003 2 units · 2 fl · 1917

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Bernal Heights
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Bernal Heights average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 615 Precita 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 1917
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1917
Total area1,938 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot5506003
Ownership

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

Owner name
Grotte Family Trust
Mailing address
Isabelle Grotte & Jason Gro 615 Precita Ave San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
062911

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Initial analysis

The two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 615 Precita Ave in Bernal Heights, owned by Grotte Family Trust, has a documented history dating back to 1994 when efforts were made to legalize a ground floor level. This 1917 structure has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement work over the years, including two roof replacements (2000 and 2019), a comprehensive renovation in 2001 that involved siding replacement, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, and the installation of new cabinets and appliances. The property experienced some regulatory challenges in 1997, with complaints regarding illegal construction and improper plastic piping installation, though these issues were resolved. In recent years, there have been several 311 calls primarily related to street and sidewalk maintenance, including issues with human/animal waste (2023, 2022), parking violations (2022), and general cleaning needs, though these external matters don't directly impact the building's interior conditions.

The building's recent history shows regular maintenance, with the most significant recent work being the 2019 reroofing project costing $20,000. Planning records confirm that the building has received necessary exceptions from off-street parking and usable open space requirements, which were part of the legalization process for the second dwelling unit. The property has an active maintenance record, with most recent 311 calls being resolved through appropriate city services, though the nature of these calls suggests some ongoing challenges with the immediate neighborhood environment rather than the building itself. The most recent building-related communication was a rent board inquiry in October 2023, which was resolved through direct communication with city representatives.

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Risk rating

How 615 Precita 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
87th percentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 166 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
85%
No DBI
violation
15%
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.

Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood location

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 71.1%
Moderate concern 25.6%
Severe concern 3.2%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

615 Precita Ave event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Sep 17
Sewage back-up discharge
from side sewer vent
311 RequestFeb 08
Parking on sidewalk

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