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825 Jones St

Downtown, SF 94109 0281002 18 units · 4 fl · 1919

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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
Above average
avg 6.9
8
FewerMore

This building has 8 novs (7y), above the Downtown average of 6.9.

This building's 79% risk is high in absolute terms; it still rates lower-risk here because buildings in Downtown generally score worse. The colour is relative to the neighborhood, the percentage is not.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 825 Jones 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 1919
2 or more units
18 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RC4
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 1919
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
Units18
Floors4
Year built1919
Total area10,000 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0281002
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Robert B Cassil & Diane C C 825 Jones St San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
July 01, 2014

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Initial analysis

The 18-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building at 825 Jones Street, constructed in 1919 and currently owned by H/s Trust I, has undergone several significant renovations and faced various maintenance challenges over recent years. Most notably, in 2023, the building received a new roof through an $18,000 reroofing project, and in 2018-2019, comprehensive fire safety upgrades were implemented, including the installation of a new fire sprinkler system for a lower floor expansion, electrical work for water heaters in units 9 and 15, and an upgrade to the fire alarm system across all units to comply with safety regulations. The building has experienced recurring elevator issues, with a notable breakdown in 2010 when it was out of service for over two weeks, and faced challenges with garbage management in 2009 following the death of the building manager.

Recent building inspection records from 2024 indicate several safety compliance issues that were subsequently addressed, including concerns about the fire escape drop ladder, fire extinguisher maintenance, and sprinkler obstructions. The property has maintained active response to violations, as evidenced by the abatement of the May 2024 violation related to sprinkler obstructions. While the building has experienced various routine inspection-related violations in the past (2000-2004) regarding fire safety systems, elevator functionality, and window maintenance, these issues have generally been addressed through subsequent repairs or system upgrades. The most recent complaints suggest ongoing attention to fire safety compliance requirements, though the building has shown responsiveness to regulatory requirements, as shown by the successful completion of multiple renovation and upgrade projects over the years.

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Risk rating

How 825 Jones 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
60thpercentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 179 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
21%
No DBI
violation
79%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 79%
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

825 Jones St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 22
Homelessness and supportive housing
housing homeless request for service
311 RequestJun 20
Garbage and debris

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