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277 Golden Gate Ave

Tenderloin, SF 94102 0348015

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Tenderloin
At or below average
avg 12.0
8
FewerMore

This building has 8 novs (7y), at or below the Tenderloin average of 12.0.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 277 Golden Gate Ave 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 unknown
2 or more units
? units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
C3G
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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
Unknown
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Coverage unclear. AB 1482 turns on the certificate-of-occupancy date and property type — confirm the year the building was completed.

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
Units
Floors
Year built
Total area
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0348015
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Hunt Thomas 964 Natoma St San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale
042617

Landlord portfolio

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

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Initial analysis

The property at 277 Golden Gate Ave is a multi-family residential building located in the Tenderloin neighborhood, containing 92 dwelling units and additional commercial space. The building underwent significant renovations between 2012-2014, including the installation of a new plumbing system with complete bathroom, kitchen, and laundry facilities for all units, comprehensive fire safety upgrades, and the installation of split HVAC systems for designated units. Recent concerns include active boiler permit violations as of 2023-2025, with complaints filed regarding the need for permit renewals for both boiler systems (serial numbers A13C20241118 and B13C20246679). The building has experienced multiple elevator-related improvements, including control room modifications and fire alarm system installations in 2015.

The property has a history of construction-related disturbances, particularly during 2020-2022, with complaints about early morning work hours and roof construction noises. A recent fire code violation was documented in November 2023. The building's fire safety systems have undergone several activations, though none resulting in civilian injuries or actual fires; these include both intentional and unintentional alarm activations, water scares, and false alarms. The surrounding area has experienced ongoing maintenance and environmental challenges, as evidenced by numerous 311 calls in late 2024 and early 2025, primarily related to street cleaning and maintenance issues. The building's management has previously addressed various violations and maintenance requirements, though the active boiler permit issues represent the most significant current compliance concern.

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Risk rating

How 277 Golden Gate Ave'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
33th percentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 115 are predicted to be safer.

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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

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

Number of floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 11.6%
Moderate concern 51.6%
Severe concern 36.8%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

277 Golden Gate Ave event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Jun 04
There was a flood on the 4th floor. using underlayment flooring, which is pressure treated plywood, for all 4 floors. right now laying the 4th floor .
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