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875 Bush St

Union Square, SF 94108 0283015 26 units · 4 fl · 1921

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 Union Square — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 7.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Union Square average of 7.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 875 Bush 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 1921
2 or more units
26 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 1921
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
Units26
Floors4
Year built1921
Total area15,770 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0283015
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Martland George Austin & Ka 2710 Bungalow Pl Corona Del Mar CA 92625
Last sale
—

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Initial analysis

875 Bush Street is a 4-story, 26-unit multi-family residential building located in Union Square, constructed in 1921 and currently owned by Martland Fmly 2020 Tr. The building has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over its history, with the most recent concerns revolving around water-related problems. In February 2012, residents reported dangerous conditions including no heat, limited hot water, and old electrical equipment. Fire safety has been an ongoing concern, with multiple violations related to sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers between 2015-2022, though most were promptly addressed. A notable incident occurred in 2010 when no safety bars were found on a window, raising security concerns.

The building's maintenance history shows regular roofing work, including a $20,000 reroofing project in 2011 and a boiler replacement in 2012. A series of violations was documented in 2003-2004, including water seepage, radiator issues, plumbing problems, and security concerns, all of which were eventually abated. Recent activity (2024) has primarily consisted of parking enforcement issues, with multiple reports of blocked driveways, though these are external to the building itself. A routine housing inspection is currently active as of February 2016, and there have been documented fire incidents, including a cooking fire and elevator rescue, though thankfully resulting in no civilian injuries. The building's plumbing and fire safety systems have required regular attention, as evidenced by multiple permits and violation notices over the years, suggesting ongoing maintenance needs in these critical areas.

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Risk rating

How 875 Bush 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
76thpercentile

Out of 38 buildings in this neighborhood, 9 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
32%
No DBI
violation
68%
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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 68%
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

875 Bush St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint May 28
Landlord is said to have access to the unit thermostat and is not turning on the heat. tenant does not have access to thermostat. tenant states currently the heat is 65 degrees
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