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1224 Hyde St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0219013 15 units · 4 fl · 1909

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Nob Hill
Above average
avg 2.4
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1224 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 1909
2 or more units
15 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
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 1909
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
Units15
Floors4
Year built1909
Total area8,912 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0219013
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Jonathan Soffer 139 Mitchell Ave #236 South San Francisco CA 94080
Last sale
020315

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Initial analysis

The 1224 Hyde Street building, located in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood, is a 4-story, 15-unit residential structure built in 1909 and currently owned by 1224 Hyde Street Associates. The property has undergone significant recent scrutiny, with multiple violations filed in August 2024 including issues with fire safety requirements in the basement, the need for an exterior components inspection, fire escape ladder maintenance, and smoke/carbon monoxide alarm compliance, all of which contributed to the property's classification as a "nuisance" under San Francisco Housing Code. Historical complaints from the past seven years reveal various maintenance challenges, including a year-long heat outage and pest issues reported in late 2022, and multiple instances of construction work being performed without proper permits or outside scope, particularly regarding units #4, #7, and #15. The building has seen considerable renovation activity, with several completed permits showing interior improvements to various units including kitchen and bathroom remodels, and most recently, the installation of low-frequency sounders throughout the building in 2024 to comply with fire department codes.

The property has generated ongoing service requests, particularly regarding garbage and debris issues, with several cases related to electronics and appliances being reported and addressed between 2026-2026. While many historical complaints and violations have been marked as "not active," the building's recent 2024 violations and their associated requirements suggest current compliance obligations that the property must address. The total construction cost associated with permits over the past seven years is recorded as $245,500, indicating significant investment in building improvements, though the frequency of code violations and complaints raises questions about the overall maintenance and management of the property.

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Risk rating

How 1224 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
9th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 1024 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
19%
No DBI
violation
81%
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 severity forecast
No violation 11.3%
Moderate concern 77.3%
Severe concern 11.4%
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

1224 Hyde St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jul 29
Encampment
Encampment
311 RequestJul 29
Garbage and debris

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