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935 Ofarrell St

Van Ness/ Civic Center, SF 94109 0718019 27 units · 4 fl · 1915

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Van Ness/ Civic Center
Above average
avg 6.7
21
FewerMore

This building has 21 novs (7y), above the Van Ness/ Civic Center average of 6.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 935 Ofarrell 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 1915
2 or more units
27 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RC4
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 1915
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
Units27
Floors4
Year built1915
Total area12,000 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0718019
Ownership

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

Mailing address
268 Bush St # 1688 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
092019

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Initial analysis

The 27-unit, 4-story apartment building at 935 Ofarrell Street, constructed in 1915 and currently owned by 935 Ofarrell Owner LLC, has undergone significant renovations and faced several maintenance challenges in recent years. The building has seen extensive unit upgrades between 2019-2024, including kitchen and bathroom rehabilitations in Units 1, 46, and 47, installation of a new ADU unit with associated sprinkler and alarm system improvements, and various plumbing and electrical upgrades. Most recently, in October 2023, the building experienced multiple fire safety violations related to extinguishers, alarm systems, and sprinkler/standpipe systems, though these were all abated by November 28, 2023. There have been recurring concerns about unit conditions, with the most recent active complaint from November 2024 regarding leak damage, and a significant October 2023 complaint from Unit 36 citing unresolved issues with flooring, walls, and windows.

The building's infrastructure has been a focus of attention, with various permits showing work on the fire sprinkler system, water flow monitoring, and boiler maintenance permit renewals. Historical records from 2005 show several fire safety-related violations that were promptly addressed, including issues with smoke detectors, fire escape obstructions, and gas utility concerns. The property has experienced routine fire system activations, though no serious incidents resulting in civilian injuries have been recorded. Recent plumbing issues have been documented, including a water leak complaint in fall 2024 and a notable October 2023 complaint regarding plumbing system problems. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to unit improvements and system upgrades, though some resident complaints indicate ongoing concerns about timely maintenance response and building conditions.

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Risk rating

How 935 Ofarrell 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
44th percentile

Out of 85 buildings in this neighborhood, 48 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
17%
No DBI
violation
83%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 9.2%
Moderate concern 70.5%
Severe concern 20.3%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

935 Ofarrell St event timeline

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2025
Planning Record Dec 18
Request for zoning verification letter
Closed - Issued
Fire ComplaintNov 17
Ul Cert Verification

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