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3156 Gough St

Marina, SF 94123 0480005C 4 units · 2 fl · 1924

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Marina — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Marina average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 3156 Gough 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 1924
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1924
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1924
Total area4,795 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0480005C
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Hill & Co Property Mgmt 1700 Jackson St San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
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Initial analysis

The Garibaldi Trust-owned property at 3156 Gough Street is a two-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1924, containing four units in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood. The building's maintenance record shows several significant improvements, including a complete reroofing project in 1997 and the installation of aluminum windows in 1986, both of which were successfully completed. A notable cluster of building violations was documented in December 2001 during a routine housing inspection, primarily related to fire safety and security issues, including problems with fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, exterior door self-closing mechanisms, combustible storage, and gas meter instructions. All of these violations were resolved by March 2002.

Recent activity around the property has primarily involved external issues, with the most recent concern being a pavement defect reported in December 2024 that remains in progress. The building's immediate surroundings have experienced recurring parking issues, with multiple reports of blocked driveways between 2019 and 2024, all of which were addressed by parking enforcement. Other recent incidents include a side sewer vent odor investigation in 2022 and a street cleaning call in late 2023. The building's permit history, while limited, indicates regular maintenance attention, with a street space permit being issued in 2006. The property's inspection and violation history suggests that past safety concerns were addressed promptly, with no active violations or complaints on record since 2002.

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Risk rating

How 3156 Gough 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
38thpercentile

Out of 988 buildings in this neighborhood, 613 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
70%
No DBI
violation
30%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Number of units

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Neighborhood location

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Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 30%
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

3156 Gough St event timeline

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

2025
DBI Complaint Dec 26
Date last observed: 25-dec-25; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling other building; ; additional information: address numbers not visible from the road, especially the first digit “3”;
Code Enforcement Section
DBI ComplaintJul 31
Date last observed: 30-jul-25; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling ; additional information: address is not fully displayed. ¿3¿ is faded/deteriorated. address not clearly displayed in violation of building code 502.1;

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