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1030 Larkin St

Downtown, SF 94109 0301015 16 units · 4 fl · 1919

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
15
FewerMore

This building has 15 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 1030 Larkin 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
16 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
POLK
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
Units16
Floors4
Year built1919
Total area6,988 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0301015
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
June 29, 2017

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Initial analysis

The 16-unit, 4-story multi-family residential building at 1030 Larkin Street, built in 1919, has undergone significant recent activity, particularly in 2023-2024, including the installation of new fire safety features and ongoing maintenance issues. Most notably, in November 2023, the building received new wireless low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements, followed by another fire alarm system upgrade in December 2023. There are also emerging safety concerns, with recent fire code violations documented in March and July 2024, and a pattern of maintenance issues related to mold, pests, and building systems. The building has experienced recurring problems with rodent infestations (most recently reported in July 2024), water-related issues (including a chronic sewer backup complaint in 2017), and various interior maintenance needs such as damaged walls and floors.

Recent improvements include substantial unit renovations, such as the rehabilitation of Unit 7 in 2021 (including kitchen, bathroom, and washer/dryer updates) and Unit 15 in 2020, though some past renovation attempts, such as a 2016 proposal to add a new unit, were withdrawn. The property has faced multiple fire safety inspections and violations in recent years, though many have been promptly addressed. The building's plumbing infrastructure has seen regular maintenance, with multiple water heater replacements documented in 2022-2024. While historical records show various unit improvements over the years, including kitchen and bathroom remodels in several units between 2012-2021, the recent pattern of violations and maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and resident comfort.

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Risk rating

How 1030 Larkin 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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

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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1030 Larkin St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 08
Sidewalk defect
collapsed sidewalk
311 RequestJul 08
Sidewalk defect

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