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25 Morrell Pl

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0154033 2 units · 2 fl · 1923

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in 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 Nob Hill — not a forecast
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 25 Morrell Pl 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 1923
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1923
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1923
Total area1,888 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0154033
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Wong Jackson D Trustee 526 Magellan Ave San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 25 Morrell Place in Nob Hill, owned by Jackson D Wong Trust, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1923. The building's maintenance history shows several improvements over the years, including kitchen and bathroom renovations in 1986, aluminum window installations in 1988, and reroofing work in 1999. However, the property currently faces significant maintenance issues, with multiple active violations filed in September 2022 regarding damaged ceilings and walls, rodent infestations, and non-functioning appliances, all of which remain unresolved despite multiple Notices of Violation being issued between October and November 2022. A plumbing emergency was reported in September 2022 regarding a broken kitchen sink drainage system that caused flooding, and there was a previous plumbing complaint in 2004 that was promptly addressed within two days.

Recent external conditions around the property have been documented through multiple 311 calls, particularly between 2020 and 2025, showing recurring issues with street cleaning, garbage debris, and human waste on the street. There have also been several complaints about vehicles blocking driveways, with citations issued in 2024. While these external issues don't directly impact the building's interiors, they suggest ongoing challenges with property maintenance and neighborhood conditions. The building's historical permit records demonstrate past efforts to maintain and improve the property, but the current active violations indicate persistent maintenance challenges that have remained unaddressed for an extended period.

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Risk rating

How 25 Morrell Pl'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
37thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 709 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
51%
No DBI
violation
49%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 49%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

25 Morrell Pl event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Apr 24
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestFeb 06
Blocking driveway cite only

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