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753 Webster St

Alamo Square, SF 94117 0797002 4 units · 2 fl · 1896

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over 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 Alamo Square — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.3
18
FewerMore

This building has 18 novs (7y), above the Alamo Square average of 2.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 753 Webster 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 1896
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1896
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1896
Total area3,850 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0797002
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Po Box 460366 San Francisco CA 94146
Last sale
June 13, 2007

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Initial analysis

753 Webster Street is a 4-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building located in the Alamo Square neighborhood, constructed in 1896 and currently owned by Beauchesne Chance. The property has experienced recurring water-related issues over recent years, with the most recent violation in December 2023 citing water damage and the need for handrails, which was addressed by February 2024. Multiple water-related incidents are documented between 2021-2024, including ceiling collapses and leaks affecting multiple units. The building has undergone several significant maintenance projects, including reroofing work in 2023 ($11,000) and the installation of electrical wall heaters in 2023. Historical records show consistent attention to stair and deck repairs, with previous violations in 2017 and 2006 requiring handrail installations and repairs. The property has also experienced electrical concerns, including an unauthorized electrical work incident in January 2023, though subsequent electrical improvements were completed legally. Two recent sewage backup incidents were reported in November 2024, though no problems were observed upon inspection. While the building has undergone various repairs over the years, including addressing lead paint concerns, the persistent nature of water-related issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The property has maintained basic safety compliance, with fire incidents recorded as non-serious (alarm activation and invalid assist), and no civilian injuries reported.

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Risk rating

How 753 Webster 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
12thpercentile

Out of 305 buildings in this neighborhood, 268 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
37%
No DBI
violation
63%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 63%
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

753 Webster St event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Feb 09
For nov 202317310, apt#: d; look for leaks from above deck and wall per two apartments above. per item#: 2, 3, and 4. provide handrails, and repair damage walls.
$2,000 · Complete

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