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1655 Hyde St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0154002 5 units · 2 fl · 1954

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 Nob Hill
Above average
avg 2.4
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1655 Hyde 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 1954
2 or more units
5 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.

Building characteristics
Units5
Floors2
Year built1954
Total area3,004 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0154002
Ownership

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

Owner name
Hughs 1993 Exemptions Trust
Mailing address
Hugh Roberta W Trustee 1810 9Th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
120309

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Initial analysis

The 5-unit, 2-story apartment building at 1655 Hyde Street in Nob Hill, owned by Hughs 1993 Exemptions Trust, was constructed in 1954 and has undergone several notable improvements and faced various maintenance challenges over the years. Most significantly, in 2018, Unit #5 received substantial renovations costing $16,000, including kitchen upgrades (cabinets, appliances), bathroom improvements (tiles, fixtures), and electrical enhancements (LED recessed lighting, new bathroom skylight), with associated plumbing and electrical permits properly completed. The building has a documented history of maintenance issues requiring attention, particularly during 2021 when multiple violations were filed regarding floor coverings, appliance maintenance, mold/mildew, and smoke detector requirements, though these were all abated by June 2022. Earlier complaints from 2008 and 2013 indicated problems with water leaks, bathroom fixtures, and electrical concerns, while historical issues from the late 1990s included plumbing problems and pest control needs.

The property's overall maintenance record shows periodic attention to infrastructure, including a reroofing project completed in 2003, though several earlier violations from the early 2000s related to fire safety, egress obstructions, and interior surface maintenance suggest previous challenges with building upkeep. More recent external issues have been primarily related to street conditions and debris management, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls between late 2024 and early 2025, though these appear to be external to the building itself and were promptly addressed by city services. The frequency and nature of past complaints indicate a history of maintenance challenges that appears to have been addressed more recently, particularly with the 2018 renovations and the resolution of 2021 violations.

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Risk rating

How 1655 Hyde 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
51th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 551 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
63%
No DBI
violation
37%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 52.3%
Moderate concern 17.2%
Severe concern 30.6%
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

1655 Hyde St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Jun 03
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestJun 01
Garbage and debris

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