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725 Ofarrell St

Tenderloin, SF 94109 0321038 31 units · 4 fl · 1923

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 Tenderloin — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 12.1
2
FewerMore

This building has 2 novs (7y), at or below the Tenderloin average of 12.1.

This building's 87% risk is high in absolute terms; it still rates lower-risk here because buildings in Tenderloin generally score worse. The colour is relative to the neighborhood, the percentage is not.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 725 Ofarrell 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
31 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
Units31
Floors4
Year built1923
Total area18,800 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0321038
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Andrew Smith 260 22Nd Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
May 12, 2010

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Initial analysis

The 31-unit apartment building at 725 Ofarrell Street, owned by Ofarrell Street Properties, has undergone significant changes and improvements since its construction in 1923. The building has received extensive fire safety upgrades in recent years, including a major $60,000 fire alarm system upgrade in 2020 followed by additional fire safety improvements in 2022 costing $7,000, and installation of new fire sprinklers and dedicated fire services. Several new ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) were added, with permits showing the creation of units A through D in the basement, including various modernization works such as kitchen and bathroom remodels in units 23 and 27. The building has seen substantial electrical work, including a 400-amp service upgrade in 2021 and rewiring projects in multiple units.

While recent years have shown active maintenance and upgrading of building systems, there have been some concerns regarding resident safety and construction practices. Notable issues include multiple fire safety violations in 2023-2024, though these were subsequently corrected. In 2020, there were complaints about dust mitigation during construction and unpermitted work, as well as concerns about construction materials being stored in common areas during the shelter-in-place order. The building had several fire-related incidents and violations documented between 2008 and 2024, though most were promptly addressed. Historical building violations from 2014 documented various maintenance issues including plumbing, electrical, and interior surface problems, all of which were abated by March 2015. Recent 311 calls primarily concern external issues such as street lighting and encampments, while building systems appear to be regularly maintained as evidenced by prompt responses to boiler permit renewal needs.

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Risk rating

How 725 Ofarrell 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
59thpercentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 71 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
13%
No DBI
violation
87%
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 87%
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

725 Ofarrell St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Oct 23
Public works
bsm complaint
311 RequestMay 24
311 service request

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