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555 Ofarrell St

Tenderloin, SF 94102 0323022 41 units · 6 fl · 1924

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. 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
Above average
avg 12.0
27
FewerMore

This building has 27 novs (7y), above the Tenderloin average of 12.0.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 555 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 1924
2 or more units
41 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.

Building characteristics
Units41
Floors6
Year built1924
Total area27,500 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0323022
Ownership

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

Owner name
Incutech Llc
Mailing address
1201 Fulton St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
043020

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Initial analysis

The 41-unit, 6-story building at 555 Ofarrell Street, owned by Incutech LLC, has undergone significant recent changes and encountered several recurring issues. Built in 1924, this Tenderloin multi-family residential building has seen substantial safety and infrastructure upgrades in recent years, including a $66,000 fire alarm system upgrade to comply with current safety codes in 2023, the installation of 51 fire sprinklers at the ground floor in 2022, and seismic strengthening work in 2018. However, the building has also faced multiple maintenance challenges, particularly during 2023-2024, when residents reported issues with hot water availability, security concerns with malfunctioning doors and locks, and problems with building cleanliness. Notable recent complaints include reports of a broken call box affecting package deliveries, inadequate cleaning leading to unsanitary conditions, and a concerning incident regarding water damage to a newly installed call box in August 2024.

The property has a history of boiler and heating system maintenance issues, with several violations related to boiler permits between 2002 and 2023, though recent records show a boiler replacement completed in August 2023. Electrical upgrades have been significant, with recent work including the installation of seven new electrical meters in 2024 and extensive rewiring of outlets in multiple apartment units in 2022. Fire safety maintenance has been a recurring focus, with multiple fire system violations and inspections between 2015 and 2024 showing both compliance efforts and areas requiring attention. While the building has seen substantial improvements to its infrastructure over the past decade, including the addition of ADUs and various safety upgrades, recent complaints about building maintenance and security suggest ongoing challenges with routine property upkeep and resident services.

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Risk rating

How 555 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

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
3th percentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 167 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
5%
No DBI
violation
95%
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 severity forecast
No violation 1.7%
Moderate concern 90.2%
Severe concern 8.1%
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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The story over time

555 Ofarrell St event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint May 20
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems
Fire ComplaintMay 20
Alarm Systems

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