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379-399 Chestnut St

Telegraph Hill, SF 94133 0062022 10 units · 3 fl · 1906

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Telegraph Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.2
11
FewerMore

This building has 11 novs (7y), above the Telegraph Hill average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 379-399 Chestnut 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 1906
2 or more units
10 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 1906
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
Units10
Floors3
Year built1906
Total area6,769 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0062022
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2148 Mason St San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale
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Included addresses

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391 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
393 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
389 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
379 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
381 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
383 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
397 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
385 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
395 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
399 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
387 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The 10-unit multi-family residential building at 379-399 Chestnut Street in Telegraph Hill, owned by the Chew Family Living Trust, was constructed in 1906 and spans three stories. The property has undergone several significant safety improvements in recent years, including the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas (completed in 2023 at a cost of $27,936) and modifications to the fire alarm system to comply with updating safety codes. Of particular note is an ongoing building complaint from April 2021 regarding unpermitted construction of a roof deck that allegedly extended to the edge of the building and a shared light well, which remains active as of October 2023.

The building has experienced several maintenance and safety issues over the past decade. In 2017-2018, there were complaints about heating problems in unit 391, with tenants reporting extended periods without heat during winter months, though these issues were eventually resolved. The property has a history of fire safety concerns, including a set of violations in 2015 related to egress obstruction, lead paint hazards, and various fire safety equipment requirements, all of which were abated by March 2016. More recent fire incidents have been minimal, primarily consisting of false alarms and a malfunctioning smoke detector activation. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, with roof repairs completed in 2019 and various other improvements, though some past issues indicate potential challenges with prompt maintenance response, as evidenced by the heating system problems in 2017.

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Risk rating

How 379-399 Chestnut 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
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Out of 684 buildings in this neighborhood, 684 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
13%
No DBI
violation
87%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 87%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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379-399 Chestnut St event timeline

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Building Violation (NOV) Oct 03
Building violation
Complete the 604 affidavit provided for self-certification of structural maintenance. provide to inspector at the time of reinspection, sen…
Building Violation (NOV)Oct 03
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