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1731 Larkin St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0597004 6 units · 3 fl · 1908

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Nob Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1731 Larkin 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 1908
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1908
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
Floors3
Year built1908
Total area7,188 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0597004
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
14580 Clearview Dr Los Gatos CA 95032
Last sale
February 06, 2018

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

1731 Larkin Street is a three-story, six-unit multi-family residential building located in Nob Hill, constructed in 1908 and classified as a TIC building with 4 units or less (though it contains 6 units). The property has undergone significant safety and infrastructure improvements in recent years, with a completed fire alarm system upgrade in 2024 costing $24,480 to comply with current fire code requirements. The building has demonstrated a commitment to safety improvements, including the installation of a comprehensive sprinkler system in 2015 (with approximately 19 sprinklers added), and more recent fire safety upgrades such as the installation of low frequency sounders in sleeping areas in 2024. Major building systems have been modernized, including the installation of new HVAC systems, water heaters, and fireplaces throughout the building in 2014-2021, along with a Tesla EV charger installation in 2018.

The building underwent its most significant renovation and safety improvements between 2014-2015, including exterior stair replacement, window and door updates, and structural improvements. A notable set of violations was recorded in 2011 regarding various maintenance issues including heating, security, and fire safety systems, but these were all resolved by November 2011. The property has completed its Tier 2 soft-story retrofit requirements, demonstrating seismic compliance. Recent maintenance records show regular upkeep of the property, and while there have been several 311 calls regarding street cleaning in the vicinity, these are unrelated to the building's condition. The building's management has maintained active compliance with safety regulations, as evidenced by the recent completion of mandatory fire safety upgrades and regular maintenance of building systems.

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Risk rating

How 1731 Larkin 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
49thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 574 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
63%
No DBI
violation
37%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 37%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1731 Larkin St event timeline

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

2024
Electrical Permit May 29
Online electrical permit: 60 of buildings of 6 dwelling units or less. modification of an existing fire alarm system by upgrading the fire panel, update all existing devices to be compatible with new facp and provide low frequency sounders in all sleeping areas to meet
Complete
Building PermitFeb 21
Upgrade existing fire alarm system to comply with sffc section 110.7.6.1

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