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530 Stockton St

Financial District North, SF 94108 0271017 46 units · 6 fl · 1923

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 Financial District North
Above average
avg 3.2
43
FewerMore

This building has 43 novs (7y), above the Financial District North average of 3.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 530 Stockton 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 1923
2 or more units
46 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM4
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
Units46
Floors6
Year built1923
Total area25,110 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0271017
Ownership

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

Mailing address
49 Powell St Fl 4 San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale
061819

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Initial analysis

The 46-unit, 6-story multi-family residential building at 530 Stockton Street, constructed in 1923, has undergone significant recent changes and faced several challenges in recent years. A major renovation project added three ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) to the ground floor in 2019, followed by extensive unit renovations throughout the building between 2020-2024, including kitchen and bathroom remodels in multiple units (207, 405, 601, 609, and 407), fire system upgrades, and a new fire sprinkler installation in 2021 costing $35,000. However, the building has faced persistent maintenance issues, particularly in 2023-2024, with multiple complaints about heating system failures affecting all 48 units, leaks in the basement near the gas meter, and problems with common area maintenance including lighting issues and water damage. These mechanical and maintenance problems have been recurring, with significant tenant complaints about heating loss in late 2023 and throughout 2024.

The building's fire safety systems have required attention, with violations noted for alarm systems and sprinkler maintenance in 2023, though these issues were subsequently corrected. Historical violations from 2019 included interior mold/mildew problems, water damage, and elevator issues, all of which were abated by May 2019. Recent maintenance work includes a planned reroofing project ($88,850) and electrical upgrades scheduled for 2024. The building's management appears to be actively addressing many maintenance issues, as evidenced by numerous completed permits for various repairs and system upgrades, though some problems, particularly related to building-wide heating and water issues, have persisted. Recent complaints indicate ongoing concerns with basic building systems and common area maintenance, suggesting attention is needed to ensure consistent habitability standards.

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Risk rating

How 530 Stockton 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
0th percentile

Out of 145 buildings in this neighborhood, 145 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
5%
No DBI
violation
95%
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.

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 2.7%
Moderate concern 66.0%
Severe concern 31.3%
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

530 Stockton St event timeline

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2026
Building Violation (NOV) Jul 08 Serious
Building violation
Subject property located at 530 stockton st. common areas.
Building Violation (NOV)Jul 08
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