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1503-1507 Francisco St

Marina, SF 94123 0482001 3 units · 2 fl · 1925

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in 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 Marina — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.1
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above the Marina average of 1.1.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1503-1507 Francisco 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 1925
2 or more units
3 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 1925
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1925
Total area3,280 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0482001
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1505 Francisco St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
December 04, 2019

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1507 Francisco St, San Francisco, CA 94123
1505 Francisco St, San Francisco, CA 94123
1503 Francisco St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The property at 1503-1507 Francisco Street is a two-story multi-family residential building located in the Marina neighborhood, owned by 1503 Francisco LLC and built in 1925. The building underwent significant improvements in 2013 when a major renovation was permitted, including a new vertical addition with a roof deck and elevator access, as well as a rear extension and interior remodeling, with an investment of $850,000. Prior to this, in 2008, the building addressed termite issues through repairs costing $8,400. The year 2007 saw extensive interior upgrades across multiple units, including kitchen and bathroom remodels, electrical system improvements, and the replacement of water heaters, with costs totaling over $100,000. These comprehensive renovations included new fixtures, cabinets, appliances, and energy-efficient upgrades.

The building has experienced several routine issues over its history, with documented complaints and violations primarily from 2002-2016. Notable concerns included lead paint hazards (2016), fire safety violations related to combustible storage (2002, 2006), and various interior maintenance issues. While the property had multiple interior improvement projects in 2007, including bathroom and kitchen remodels, electrical system upgrades, and furnace installations, it also faced some maintenance challenges, such as broken appliances and plumbing issues reported in 2003. Recent building violations from 2016 regarding paint conditions have been resolved, and the property has had multiple inspections and permit reviews related to proposed vertical additions and improvements, with the most recent review indicating a fourth-floor addition proposal. The building has not experienced any significant fire incidents, with only minor service calls recorded. Recent 311 calls from 2023-2024 primarily relate to external issues such as parking violations, sidewalk maintenance, and debris cleanup, rather than building-specific concerns.

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Risk rating

How 1503-1507 Francisco 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
66thpercentile

Out of 988 buildings in this neighborhood, 336 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
85%
No DBI
violation
15%
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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 15%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1503-1507 Francisco St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 06
Public works
bsm complaint
311 RequestApr 13
Sidewalk defect

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