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935 Sutter St

Downtown, SF 94109 0300018 30 units · 5 fl · 1923

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Downtown — not a forecast
Above average
avg 6.9
13
FewerMore

This building has 13 novs (7y), above the Downtown average of 6.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 935 Sutter 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
30 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 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
Units30
Floors5
Year built1923
Total area18,902 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0300018
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Rob Cassil & Kevin Cassil T 1704 Union St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
October 10, 2012

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Initial analysis

935 Sutter Street is a 5-story, 30-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1923, currently managed by Sutter Street II Trust 2012. The property has undergone significant renovations over the past two decades, with major upgrades including fire sprinkler installations, multiple unit renovations (particularly in 2011-2012), and essential infrastructure improvements such as water main and sewer line replacements in 2015 and 2018. Recent concerns have emerged regarding building maintenance, with the most significant current issues being plumbing-related: in May 2024, complaints were filed regarding mold, bathroom leaks affecting tiles and walls, and ceiling damage in the master bedroom. Additional recent maintenance work includes final inspections for various completed projects in 2013 and a door upgrade to a solid wood door with glass panels that year.

The building has experienced several notable infrastructure and safety-related events, including an elevator service complaint in July 2017, a boiler permit renewal issue in May 2018, and multiple fire-related incidents between 2007 and 2023. Of particular concern is a current open fire violation (as of December 2023) regarding sleeping area requirements. Historical data shows periodic maintenance and safety compliance issues, including multiple fire code violations in 2020, though many past violations have been successfully addressed and closed. The property has seen regular unit improvements, with multiple apartments receiving comprehensive kitchen and bathroom renovations, electrical system upgrades, and modernizations of safety systems. Recent tenant buyouts occurred in August 2023 ($10,000) and December 2024 ($1,577.44), indicating some tenant turnover in the building.

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Risk rating

How 935 Sutter 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
29thpercentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 318 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
10%
No DBI
violation
90%
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 90%
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

935 Sutter St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Aug 02
Garbage and debris
human waste or urine
Building Violation (NOV)Jun 22
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