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735-737 Chestnut St

Russian Hill, SF 94133 0066024 3 units · 2 fl · 1928

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 Russian Hill
At or below average
avg 1.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 735-737 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 1928
2 or more units
3 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 1928
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1928
Total area4,215 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0066024
Ownership

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

Mailing address
725 Shotwell St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
071421

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737 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
735 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The 735-737 Chestnut Street property is a two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1928, currently managed by 735 Chestnut Street LLC. The building consists of three residential units and has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance work over the past few years. Most recently, in November 2023, the building's legal use and occupancy as a three-story structure with three units was formally documented by the Department of Building Inspection. Prior to that, in September 2023, substantial maintenance work was done including repairs to floor drains and toilets, electrical rewiring, and door replacements. The building has also seen significant improvements in 2022, including the installation of two photovoltaic systems (one with 20 modules and another with 24 modules), the installation of a new Navien boiler, and general roof replacement work.

The property has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues that warrant attention. A series of complaints were filed in 2023 and 2022 regarding construction work, including allegations of unpermitted work and dust control violations associated with unit 735A, though these complaints were marked as not active. In 2021, a complaint was filed regarding unauthorized sewer lateral work that allegedly created hazardous conditions. The building's plumbing infrastructure has received attention, with completed sewer repairs in 2021 and recent plumbing work in October 2023 focused on bathroom facilities. Historical records show past issues with dry rot in 2010, termite problems in 2008, and an alarm system malfunction in 2015, though these matters were all addressed and resolved.

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Risk rating

How 735-737 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

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
80th percentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 227 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
86%
No DBI
violation
14%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 77.2%
Moderate concern 14.4%
Severe concern 8.4%
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

735-737 Chestnut St event timeline

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

2026
Tenant Buyout Jun 01
Tenant buyout
DBI ComplaintJan 06
Fully paved driveway and backyard combo in rear that fits 7 cars was ripped apart to fix underground plumbing. now that the work under pw20210806701 been completed, never repaved. issue with overflowing irrigation and rain water to down hill neighbors. driveway parking area has been fully converted to garden. garage in backyard is no longer assessible by paved concrete.

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