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1950 Franklin St

Pacific Heights, SF 94109 0618009 17 units · 4 fl · 1923

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

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 1950 Franklin 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 1923
2 or more units
17 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
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 1923
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
Units17
Floors4
Year built1923
Total area13,230 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0618009
Ownership

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

Mailing address
268 Bush St # 1688 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
May 15, 2019

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Initial analysis

Located in Pacific Heights, 1950 Franklin Street is a four-story, 12-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1923, currently owned by 1950 Franklin G1 Lp. The building has undergone significant modifications in recent years, most notably conversion projects in 2020-2023 that reconfigured several units, including Unit 4 (converted to a studio and 1-bedroom unit), Unit 3 (renovated to include a study and new bathroom facilities), and Unit 5 (converted to include a study and additional bathroom). A substantial infrastructure upgrade was completed in 2020 with the installation of a fire sprinkler system throughout multiple floors, along with an electrical system upgrade that included new 400-amp overhead switchgear. The property also completed hydronic system improvements with new boilers and backflow preventers.

The building has experienced several concerning events that merit attention, particularly regarding safety and resident well-being. In 2023, multiple complaints were filed regarding alleged unsafe demolition practices in Unit 9, with reports of improper handling of mold, lead, and asbestos materials, though these complaints are currently marked as "Not Active." Additionally, there were reports in late 2022 about heating issues and structural concerns in Unit 12A. The property completed its soft-story retrofit requirements and has an active fire alarm system, though a recent violation for the alarm system maintenance was issued in October 2024, which was previously noted as corrected. The building's recent history also includes tenant buyouts in June 2021 totaling $50,000 for two tenants, and multiple 311 calls in 2023-2024 regarding street cleaning issues and parking violations near the property, though these are external to the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 1950 Franklin 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
9thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 876 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
26%
No DBI
violation
74%
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.

Building size

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 74%
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

1950 Franklin St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Oct 17
Garbage and debris
mattress
311 RequestOct 17
Garbage and debris

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