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573-577 Ofarrell St

Tenderloin, SF 94102 0323020 49 units · 12 fl · 1927

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 Tenderloin — not a forecast
Above average
avg 12.1
43
FewerMore

This building has 43 novs (7y), above the Tenderloin average of 12.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 573-577 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 1927
2 or more units
49 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 1927
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
Units49
Floors12
Year built1927
Total area26,680 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0323020
Ownership

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

Mailing address
308 Jessie St San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale
November 07, 2014

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577 Ofarrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
573 Ofarrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
575 Ofarrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Initial analysis

The 12-story, 49-unit multi-family residential building at 573-577 O'Farrell Street, built in 1927 and currently owned by Fo 575 Ofarrell Street Prop, has experienced several significant issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been serious ongoing plumbing problems in late 2024, with multiple complaints about flooding and mold growth affecting habitability, particularly in Unit 604. The building has a history of elevator problems, with one elevator reportedly being out of service for extended periods in 2022-2023. Between 2016 and 2024, there were numerous renovation projects completed, including multiple kitchen and bathroom remodels in various units, fire safety system updates, and accessibility improvements. However, recent work has raised concerns, including complaints about construction dust affecting Unit 604 in May 2024 and work being performed without proper permits in early 2024.

The building has a concerning pattern of fire safety violations, with multiple citations issued between 2017 and 2024, including recent violations related to the sprinkler system and sleeping area requirements. Historical complaints from 2001-2007 suggest past issues with heating system maintenance and security requirements, though these were marked as abated in 2009. An electrical upgrade for the elevator system was issued in December 2023, indicating ongoing maintenance of core building systems. The property has undergone several renovation projects between 2015 and 2020, including a major fire alarm system replacement in 2019 and various unit improvements totaling over $300,000 in permitted work. However, the recent history of plumbing issues and fire safety violations raises concerns about ongoing maintenance and system reliability.

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Risk rating

How 573-577 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
13thpercentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 150 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
6%
No DBI
violation
94%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 94%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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573-577 Ofarrell St event timeline

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2026
Building Violation (NOV) Jul 27 Serious
Building violation
Subject property located at 575 o'farrell st. apt. #101.
Building Violation (NOV)Jul 27
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