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275 Turk St

Tenderloin, SF 94102 0344007 66 units · 5 fl · 1909

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
15
FewerMore

This building has 15 novs (7y), above the Tenderloin average of 12.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 275 Turk 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 1909
2 or more units
66 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 1909
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
Units66
Floors5
Year built1909
Total area32,385 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0344007
Ownership

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

Mailing address
220 Montgomery St Fl 20 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
November 29, 2017

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Initial analysis

The 66-unit, 5-story apartment building at 275 Turk Street, constructed in 1909 and currently owned by Rhi-mosser 275 Lp, has undergone significant renovations and faced numerous maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, the building has been actively upgrading its fire safety systems, with a new fire alarm system installation filed in February 2024 to comply with current safety codes, following a previous system upgrade in 2019 that cost over $26,500. There are concerning ongoing maintenance issues, particularly with the elevator and plumbing, as evidenced by a September 2024 complaint detailing persistent elevator outages exceeding three months and multiple water leaks affecting unit 401, along with historical complaints about the elevator's functionality in 2008 and 2009. Between 2017-2019, the building underwent extensive unit improvements, including multiple kitchen and bathroom remodels in units 107, 111, 201, 206, and 209, as well as work in efficiency units 4 and 5, all completed without structural changes to the building.

The property has experienced recurring fire safety compliance issues, with violations noted as recently as November 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements. Historical records show several past violations related to elevator functionality, heating systems, and various maintenance concerns, though most of these issues were abated by May 2008. Recent tenant complaints from 2022-2024 have raised concerns about construction activities during late hours, water and electricity disruptions, and unauthorized occupancy levels in certain units. The building's management has generally responded to maintenance and compliance issues, as evidenced by various completed permits and repairs, though some recent concerns, particularly regarding the elevator and plumbing systems, suggest ongoing challenges with building systems maintenance. The property has also been subject to multiple 311 calls in late 2024 regarding noise and sanitation issues in the vicinity, though these are external to the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 275 Turk 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
26thpercentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 127 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
8%
No DBI
violation
92%
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.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 92%
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

275 Turk St event timeline

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2025
DBI Complaint Sep 12
Date last observed: 11-sep-25; floor: 1; unit: 116; exact location: rear bldg; building type: residence/dwelling insects/rodents; ; additional information: excessive trash in outdoor space between two buildings causing fly infestation that is now affecting the apartment unit 116. trash leaks left behind green sludge that is making fly infestation worse. unit also has a cockroach infestation. ;
Housing Inspection Services
Building Violation (NOV)Mar 21
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