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350 Ellis St

Tenderloin, SF 94102 0324023 96 units · 13 fl · 1970

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
13
FewerMore

This building has 13 novs (7y), above the Tenderloin average of 12.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 350 Ellis 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 1970
2 or more units
96 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 1970
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
Units96
Floors13
Year built1970
Total area56,288 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0324023
Ownership

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

Mailing address
201 Eddy St San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale
October 13, 2016

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Initial analysis

The 350 Ellis Street building is a 13-story, 96-unit multi-family residential property located in the Tenderloin, constructed in 1970 and currently owned by Ellis 350 Associates LP. The building has undergone several significant renovation projects, most notably a major renovation proposal that included updates to all apartments, conversion of 10 units to mobility units, and the installation of a comprehensive NFPA-compliant sprinkler system. Recent work in 2024 addressed water damage in multiple units and common areas, and a fire alarm sleeping area decibel test was conducted in September 2024. The property has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues, particularly related to plumbing, heating, and building systems. Recent complaints from 2024 indicate ongoing problems with heating, plumbing, and pest control. The building has been subject to multiple fire code violations between 2021 and 2024, including issues with the alarm system, sleeping area requirements, and emergency system maintenance. Several elevator and access-related concerns have been reported, particularly affecting senior and disabled residents. A significant concern was raised in 2022 regarding potential asbestos issues, though this was later classified as a complaint without merit. The property has a history of plumbing system challenges, with multiple complaints about pipes and plumbing issues reported in 2024, and numerous permits issued for plumbing system upgrades and repairs between 2018 and 2023. While many building permits indicate completion of work, including extensive plumbing fixture replacements and fire safety system upgrades, the frequency of recent complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges that impact resident comfort and safety.

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Risk rating

How 350 Ellis 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
20thpercentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 138 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
7%
No DBI
violation
93%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 93%
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

350 Ellis St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jun 19
311 service request
Encampment
Fire ComplaintJun 04
Multiple Fire Code Violations

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