Colombo Building, Historic building in Jackson Square Historic District, San Francisco, US.
The Colombo Building at Columbus Avenue is a two-story Classical Revival structure standing at the entrance to the North Beach neighborhood. Its facade displays early 20th-century features with tall windows and proportioned masonry typical of commercial buildings from that era.
The structure was built in 1913 after the 1906 earthquake destroyed the Bank of Italy that previously stood on this site. Its construction marked a fresh start for business activity at this important street corner.
The building shows how Italian-American business owners built their enterprises in North Beach, reflecting the neighborhood's economic development during the early 1900s.
The building sits at a convenient location with easy access from Columbus Avenue. Daytime is ideal for viewing the facade details, as natural light highlights the architectural elements clearly.
The building housed Italian-American businesses and the offices of Ramparts Magazine, showing how active the local community was in this space. This mix of retail, crafts, and publishing was typical for the neighborhood at that time.
Location: San Francisco
Address: 1-21 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, California, 94111, U.S.
GPS coordinates: 37.79567,-122.40369
Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:45
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