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138 Hyde St

Tenderloin, SF 94102 0345012 23 units · 3 fl · 1915

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
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Tenderloin average of 12.1.

This building's 77% 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 138 Hyde 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 1915
2 or more units
23 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 1915
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
Units23
Floors3
Year built1915
Total area10,860 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0345012
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Kumana Sarosh D Sole Member 1201 Fulton St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
October 14, 2010

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Initial analysis

The 23-unit Jekyll Apartments at 138 Hyde Street is a three-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1915, currently with several ongoing maintenance and compliance issues. Most concerning are recent reports from August 2024 detailing ongoing plumbing leaks, mold, and water damage, along with current complaints from 2019 about outdated carpets, inadequate lighting, and bathroom sink temperature issues. The building has experienced significant hot water supply problems, particularly in July 2017 when multiple complaints were filed about no hot water availability, affecting vulnerable residents. Multiple fire safety violations have been documented in 2023-2024, including issues with alarm systems, sleeping area requirements, and sprinkler systems, with some violations still listed as open. The property has undergone numerous renovation projects over the past 15 years, including extensive kitchen and bathroom remodeling in 2011 (in all units), and various unit-specific improvements between 2014-2018, though some permits were expired or cancelled.

Historical maintenance issues include a series of violations in 2017 related to water damage, ceiling repairs, and other interior problems, which were reportedly abated by September 2017. The building's mechanical systems have seen significant attention, with various plumbing and electrical upgrades documented between 2010-2018, including the installation of a new 100-gallon water heater in 2015 and various unit specific improvements. Recent fire safety inspections have resulted in multiple violation notices for alarm system maintenance and sleeping area issues, with the most recent violations from September 2024 and May 2024 respectively. The property management has demonstrated efforts to address maintenance issues through regular renovation work, though concerns about ongoing plumbing problems and building safety compliance persist.

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Risk rating

How 138 Hyde 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
77thpercentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 40 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
23%
No DBI
violation
77%
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 (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 77%
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

138 Hyde St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Jun 23
Date last observed: 22-jun-26; time last observed: last four months; floor: 1st; unit: lobby; exact location: common area; building type: residence/dwelling other building; other housing; ; additional information: i was told to submit a report here. i have not had access to my mail being sent here for months. i originally just wasn't given a key and it took several months. now i finally have the key and it doesnt work. usps is telling me that it's a private box so they can't do anything. this is crazy, i have no idea who to ask for help;
Housing Inspection Services
DBI ComplaintApr 30
Tenant reporting mold on wall in bedroom and wall of bathroom. landlord cleans areas with bleach and then paints over the mold.both the frig and oven are plugged in an extension cord each, with the extension cords plugged into one outlet..

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