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701-719 Golden Gate Ave

Van Ness/ Civic Center, SF 94102 0768013

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Van Ness/ Civic Center — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 6.9
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Van Ness/ Civic Center average of 6.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 701-719 Golden Gate Ave 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 1900
2 or more units
? units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC3
Possibly exempt. Built before 1979 but single-unit — single-family homes and condos may be exempt from the SF 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 1900
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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
Units
Floors
Year built1900
Total area
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusWelfare
Blocklot0768013
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1525 Grant Ave San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale

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719 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102
701 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Initial analysis

The residential building at 701-719 Golden Gate Avenue, owned by Mhrsc Lp, is a 15+ unit multi-family residential structure built in 1900 in the Van Ness/Civic Center neighborhood. The building underwent substantial construction and modernization work in 2011-2012, including the installation of 100 dwelling units, comprehensive plumbing and electrical systems, fire safety infrastructure including sprinklers, and various building amenities. Recent maintenance activities include the replacement of domestic hot water boilers in 2023, though previous water heater installations from 2012 are now listed as expired.

The building has experienced several recurring issues, particularly regarding fire safety compliance, with multiple violations noted in 2023-2024 related to sprinkler maintenance, electrical hazards, and fire safety equipment. A façade inspection violation was issued in August 2024, though it was abated within weeks. The property has been the subject of various resident complaints over the years, including concerns about mold (2019), bug infestations (2016-2018), and unauthorized construction work hours (2012). Several fire incidents have occurred, primarily involving false alarms or system malfunctions, though there was one unintentional building fire recorded. Recent 311 calls from January 2025 show numerous reports of encampments and debris issues in the vicinity, while planning records indicate some discussions about street right-of-way vacating for housing development purposes. The building's historical permit records show consistent maintenance and upgrading of basic systems, including network cabling, security systems, and various infrastructure improvements, though some permits from 2011-2012 show as expired in the current records.

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Risk rating

How 701-719 Golden Gate Ave'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
69thpercentile

Out of 85 buildings in this neighborhood, 26 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
45%
No DBI
violation
55%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

Property class (A15)

The assessor's property-class code, which correlates with building type and the violation rates the model expects.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 55%
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

701-719 Golden Gate Ave event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Jun 13
Other excessive noise
Noise
DBI ComplaintFeb 11
The neighbor upstairs is flooding the unit and the resident believes there is mold in the wall of her unit. resident stated theres no visible mold. the resident has been very sick .

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