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124 Mason St

Union Square, SF 94102 0330013 31 units · 8 fl · 1913

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 Union Square — not a forecast
Above average
avg 7.1
16
FewerMore

This building has 16 novs (7y), above the Union Square average of 7.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 124 Mason 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 1913
2 or more units
31 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
C3G
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 1913
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
Floors8
Year built1913
Total area12,440 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0330013
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Steven C. Thrower 1 Bush St Ste 900 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
September 05, 2003

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Initial analysis

The 8-story multi-family residential building at 124 Mason Street, constructed in 1913, is currently owned by 124 Mason St Prpty LLC and contains 31 units. The building has undergone significant recent activity, with multiple unit renovations between 2019-2025, including kitchen and bathroom upgrades, washer/dryer installations, and electrical system improvements. Notable renovations include work in units 804, 102, 401, 602, and 704, with the most recent fire alarm system upgrade scheduled for 2025 to comply with SFFC requirements. The property has experienced recurring elevator issues, with multiple complaints between 2005-2017, and has faced fire safety challenges in recent months, with multiple violations issued between March-October 2024 related to alarm systems, sleeping area requirements, and sprinkler systems. A concerning pattern of fire code violations has emerged in 2024, with citations issued in March, May, September, and October. The building has documented tenant buyouts in 2018 at 56 Mason Street, each totaling $193,750 for one tenant.

The property has undergone various infrastructure improvements, including a 1000-amp electrical service upgrade in 2016, and comprehensive fire alarm system upgrades in 2019 to meet safety standards. However, there have been persistent maintenance challenges, particularly with the elevator system and fire safety compliance. Recent 311 calls from January 2025 indicate ongoing concerns with garbage, encampments, and graffiti in the vicinity of the building. The building's history includes some significant incidents, such as lead paint contamination complaints in 2015 and multiple elevator entrapments requiring emergency response. While many previous violations have been addressed, the recent surge in fire code violations warrants attention, with multiple citations issued in 2024 for various fire safety concerns, including alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and sleeping area requirements.

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Risk rating

How 124 Mason 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
31stpercentile

Out of 38 buildings in this neighborhood, 26 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
9%
No DBI
violation
91%
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.

Building size

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

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 91%
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

124 Mason St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Jun 01
Install (e) non-electrical double sided street facing projecting sign for "adan cafe" called sign a
$2,400 · Issued
Planning RecordJun 01
DPH Referral - Recommend approval of Limited Restaurant, principally permitted in C-3-G zoning district per P.C. Sec. 210.2.

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