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1326-1328 Larkin St

Downtown, SF 94109 0250013 2 units · 2 fl · 1907

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Downtown — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 6.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Downtown average of 6.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1326-1328 Larkin 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 1907
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
POLK
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 1907
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 built1907
Total area3,270 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0250013
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Wai John E Trustee Po Box 641045 San Francisco CA 94164
Last sale
September 21, 2012

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1326 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1328 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The 2-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 1326-1328 Larkin Street, owned by the John E Wai 1981 Living Trust, was constructed in 1907 and has undergone various modifications over the years. Significant improvements were made between 2013-2015, including the installation of a comprehensive 3-floor fire sprinkler system ($37,376), electrical upgrades (200-amp service with 3 meters), and extensive interior remodeling work valued at $53,000 that included bathroom additions, kitchen relocations, and furnace replacements. More recently, in 2022, a concerning complaint was filed regarding water leaks, ceiling damage, and mold in the kitchen and bathroom, though this complaint is now listed as not active. A current active complaint from 2018 alleges unpermitted construction activity with associated noise violations. The building's owner previously faced violations in 2005 related to combustible storage, lead paint hazards, and various interior repairs, though these issues were resolved by February 2006.

The property has experienced several maintenance and safety-related incidents over the years, including multiple fire alarm system activations (mostly due to malfunction), a cooking fire incident, and the installation of various building systems such as new furnaces and water heaters. Recent 311 calls from 2023-2024 have primarily concerned external issues such as graffiti, garbage, and sidewalk parking violations. The building was previously investigated for multiple illegal short-term rental violations, which were subsequently resolved, though there is currently an "Under Review" status related to possible illegal group home operations by Hacknsleep and Onelabs. Recent fire safety inspections in 2024 resulted in one unspecified condition being corrected.

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Risk rating

How 1326-1328 Larkin 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
86thpercentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 63 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
59%
No DBI
violation
41%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 41%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1326-1328 Larkin St event timeline

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

2026
Plumbing Permit Jun 30
Upgrade plumbing as needed throughout unit. toilet, shower pan, faucet.
Issued
Electrical PermitJun 30
Upgrade electrical as needed throughout unit.

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