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1506 Lombard St

Marina, SF 94123 0497004 6 units · 2 fl · 1924

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
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Marina average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1506 Lombard 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
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC3
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
Units6
Floors2
Year built1924
Total area5,124 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0497004
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Shaw Matthew & Nualan Magra 45 Hudson St Redwood City CA 94062
Last sale
September 14, 2018

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Initial analysis

The 6-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 1506 Lombard Street in San Francisco's Marina neighborhood, owned by Shaw Family Trust, has undergone several important improvements since its construction in 1924. The most recent renovation work was completed in 2020, involving comprehensive updates to Unit B's kitchen and bathroom, including new cabinets, counter tops, plumbing fixtures, and electrical system upgrades to comply with code requirements. This followed a significant electrical infrastructure upgrade in 2018, when seven subpanels were replaced and the building's service was upgraded to 200 amps. However, the property has experienced some persistent maintenance issues, most notably with its windows and exterior surfaces. A recent active complaint from August 2024 cites deteriorating windows with damaged paint and wood on the front elevation, echoing similar concerns from past years.

The building's history reveals a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including multiple violations in 2003 related to egress obstruction, interior surface maintenance, security features, and stairs repairs, all of which were abated by May 2004. There were also notable incidents of water damage and various resident complaints during this period. While recent years have shown fewer serious violations, there have been recurring issues with the property, including multiple 311 calls regarding garbage and debris management around the building's perimeter between 2022 and 2024, and occasional parking enforcement matters. The building's fire safety systems were addressed in 2006 when violations related to fire alarm maintenance and system certification were recorded and subsequently closed. The most recent building-related actions have primarily concerned exterior maintenance and basic sanitation issues as documented through 311 calls and housing complaints.

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Risk rating

How 1506 Lombard 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
41stpercentile

Out of 988 buildings in this neighborhood, 583 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
73%
No DBI
violation
27%
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.

Property class: multi-family flat

2–4 unit flats (class F) are a common SF building type with their own maintenance and complaint patterns.

Property class: mixed-use w/ SFR

Mixed-use property including a single-family residential component.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 27%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1506 Lombard St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Jan 13
---windows in both bedrooms painted shut. have a 16 month baby and another new born coming feb 10.---top burner not working but was sent a youtube video on how to fix it. she said she could come fix it instead of someone licensed to do it. ---3 doors in apartment when closed you can not open them. door knobs could of been put backwards. what if there is a fire or child locked in side. only 1 bin for 6 apts used to have 2 pick ups a week but now only 1 time a week. what's the law do they have to pay for the 2nd pick up.
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