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225 Taylor St

Tenderloin, SF 94102 0332002 24 units · 3 fl · 1910

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
7
FewerMore

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

This building's 75% 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 225 Taylor 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 1910
2 or more units
24 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 1910
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
Units24
Floors3
Year built1910
Total area12,825 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0332002
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1516 South Bundy Dr Ste 300 Los Angeles CA 90025
Last sale
December 20, 2017

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

The 24-unit apartment building at 225 Taylor Street in the Tenderloin, owned by Osm Trade Street LP, has a concerning history of maintenance and safety issues dating back to its 1910 construction. Most recently, in November 2024, there were complaints about an unrepaired front door creating security concerns, and during 2024 several fire safety violations were documented, including issues with sleeping area requirements, sprinkler systems, and alarm maintenance. The building has undergone various repairs and improvements, with the most significant recent work being a $252,598 project in 2023 to alter the subsidewalk basement roof slab and install a new sidewalk. Historical records show a pattern of infrastructure problems, including heating and hot water issues in 2020-2021, multiple fire safety violations in 2024, and significant fire damage requiring roof replacement in 2000 that cost $100,000. The building has also experienced recurring elevator issues, as evidenced by multiple incidents involving stalled elevator rescues, and there have been persistent concerns about the heating system, which has been reported to provide insufficient heat during winter months.

The property has undergone various maintenance work over the years, including reroofing projects in 1989 and 2001, and electrical upgrades such as the installation of nine emergency exit signs in 2003. Multiple building violations were recorded in 2002 related to fire safety equipment and stairway safety, though these were abated by December of the same year. More recent routine inspections have revealed ongoing concerns about building systems and safety features, with multiple fire safety violations cited in 2024 specifically addressing emergency lighting, fire escape maintenance, and extinguisher requirements. The building's location has experienced frequent encampment issues along Taylor Street, with numerous encampment-related 311 calls recorded in early 2025. While some issues have been resolved through various repairs and improvements, the building's age and history suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building systems and fire safety compliance.

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Risk rating

How 225 Taylor 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
80thpercentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 34 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
25%
No DBI
violation
75%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

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

Number of units

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 75%
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

225 Taylor St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 14
Garbage and debris
human waste or urine

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