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930 Grove St

Alamo Square, SF 94117 0798031 13 units · 5 fl · 1885

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
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Alamo Square average of 2.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 930 Grove 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 1885
2 or more units
13 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 1885
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
Units13
Floors5
Year built1885
Total area8,220 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0798031
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Phuong Thanh Pham, Owner 1738 44Th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
May 20, 2004

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Initial analysis

The 13-unit, 5-story apartment building at 930 Grove Street, built in 1885, has experienced ongoing maintenance and compliance issues in recent years. As of October 2023, the property is actively facing multiple building violations and complaints, including non-compliance with the Vacant or Abandoned Building Ordinance and issues with lath & plaster work in units 4 and 5. The building was previously subject to several significant renovation attempts, including a $350,000 project in 2017 to repair facades, windows, doors, and remodel interiors on floors 1-3, as well as infrastructure improvements in 2010 that included extensive electrical and plumbing upgrades throughout all units (new kitchens, bathrooms, fixtures, and safety systems). Past construction activities have generated numerous complaints, particularly regarding unauthorized weekend work, potential asbestos concerns, and security issues, leading to multiple Notices of Violation between 2010 and 2023.

Recent planning records indicate ongoing efforts to address the building's deteriorated condition and explore potential improvements, including a proposal to restore the exterior facades, install new parking facilities, and upgrade building systems. Historical records show attempts to address security concerns through the installation of lighting fixtures and other measures. The building's maintenance history reveals a pattern of incomplete projects and compliance challenges, with many permits becoming inactive or cancelled, while recent complaints continue to characterize the property as abandoned or in poor condition. Regular inspections and enforcement actions have been triggered by various violations, though some past issues, such as a 2003 plumbing problem and a 2007 fire incident, were resolved. The property has also experienced periodic issues with common areas, exterior maintenance, and occupancy concerns, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls and housing complaints.

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Risk rating

How 930 Grove 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
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Out of 305 buildings in this neighborhood, 305 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
11%
No DBI
violation
89%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Number of units

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 89%
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

930 Grove St event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Jul 20
Date last observed: 17-jul-26; time last observed: 9:30 am; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling abandoned/derelict structure; damaged walls; dilapidated structure; ; additional information: this building is historic yet it has been abandoned and left to rot. no work has been done on the building in years...it's been abandoned for at least 10, maybe 15 years.;
Code Enforcement Section
311 RequestJun 08
311 service request

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