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795 Pine St

Downtown, SF 94108 0272014 42 units · 7 fl · 1913

This building has more problems than most buildings in this 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 Downtown
At or below average
avg 6.9
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), at or below the Downtown average of 6.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 795 Pine 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 1913
2 or more units
42 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 1913
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
Units42
Floors7
Year built1913
Total area28,185 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0272014
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Steven C. Thrower 1 Bush St Ste 900 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
060519

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795 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94108
660 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Initial analysis

The 42-unit, 7-story apartment building at 795 Pine Street, constructed in 1913 and currently owned by 795 Pine II LLC, is experiencing significant ongoing maintenance issues, particularly with its elevator system. Most concerning is a string of recent complaints (September 2024) regarding persistent elevator outages, with residents reporting dangerous instances of getting stuck and lengthy periods of non-functionality, including a notable failure in September 2024 following only 17 days of operation after a previous repair. The building has also accumulated multiple open fire violations (as of December 2024) relating to the sprinkler system, fire escape maintenance, test and maintenance documentation, emergency plan records, and alarm system maintenance, suggesting serious safety compliance concerns. Recent building maintenance activities include an ongoing $160,000 general repair and maintenance project initiated in September 2024 to restore the building's exterior.

The property has undergone several renovation projects in recent years, including multiple unit conversions and upgrades between 2019-2024, such as kitchen relocations, bathroom rehabs, and washer/dryer installations in various units, with the most recent work focusing on general repairs. Historical issues include notable complaints in 2017 regarding lead paint handling violations, elevator problems in 2009, and various construction-related complaints. The building's management has faced criticism for communication regarding maintenance issues, particularly regarding the elevator system, with residents expressing frustration over the frequency of outages and lack of timely repairs. While some fire code violations from previous years have been abated, the persistence of current violations indicates ongoing challenges with maintaining safety systems. The building's location near Powell Street has generated some external complaints regarding water damage to adjacent properties in 2018-2019, though these appear to be separate from current building issues.

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Risk rating

How 795 Pine 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
25th percentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 336 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
9%
No DBI
violation
91%
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 6.0%
Moderate concern 88.2%
Severe concern 5.8%
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

795 Pine St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Jul 21
Vacant storefront
Code Enforcement Section
311 RequestJun 11
Abandoned vehicle

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