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716-722 Larkin St

Tenderloin, SF 94109 0321022 9 units · 4 fl · 1923

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. 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 Tenderloin
At or below average
avg 12.0
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Tenderloin average of 12.0.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 716-722 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 1923
2 or more units
9 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
Units9
Floors4
Year built1923
Total area4,840 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0321022
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Karl Kehl 1614 Union St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
091919

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720 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
722 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
716 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The four-story, 9-unit apartment building at 716-722 Larkin Street in the Tenderloin was constructed in 1923 and is currently owned by 1841 Salem Lp. The property has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance projects from 2013 through 2016, including a major conversion of a storage room into a studio unit in 2014, bathroom and kitchen remodels in multiple units (2, 3, 5, and 7), and substantial electrical and plumbing upgrades. This work included installing new electrical sub-panels and circuits, tank-less water heaters, and comprehensive plumbing improvements across several units. The building experienced some concerning issues prior to these renovations, including complaints about leaks and mold (2019), inadequate heat (2010), and no hot water (2006), though many of these systems were subsequently upgraded. Historical violations from 2003-2011 noted issues with fire safety systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and sanitation, but these were all marked as abated.

More recent activity at the building shows regular maintenance and response to various building needs. The property has had several 311 calls in late 2024/early 2025 regarding graffiti and debris outside the building, most of which were promptly resolved. Fire incident reports indicate previous problems with alarm malfunctions and elevator issues, though no serious incidents or civilian injuries have been recorded. While the building has a history of maintenance issues and violations, the extensive upgrades performed in 2014-2016 suggest significant improvements to the building's systems. Current concerns appear to be primarily related to exterior maintenance rather than internal building systems. Recent building activity shows responsiveness to maintenance needs, with many issues being addressed promptly through appropriate channels.

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Risk rating

How 716-722 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

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
80th percentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 34 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
24%
No DBI
violation
76%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 14.6%
Moderate concern 39.5%
Severe concern 45.9%
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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716-722 Larkin St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 12
Garbage and debris
human waste or urine
311 RequestJul 06
Homelessness and supportive housing

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