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423-429 Gough St

Hayes Valley, SF 94102 0808004 6 units · 3 fl · 1907

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Hayes Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Hayes Valley average of 2.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 423-429 Gough 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 1907
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
HAYES
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 1907
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1907
Total area6,810 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0808004
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Schrobsdorff Phyllis Truste 211 Gough St Ste 206 San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale
July 09, 1999

Landlord portfolio

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Included addresses

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429 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
425 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
423 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
313 Ivy St, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Initial analysis

The three-story mixed-use building at 423-429 Gough Street was constructed in 1907 and contains 6 residential units, though recent modifications have significantly altered its commercial spaces. Most notably, the property underwent a substantial transformation in 2023-2024, relocating a cannabis retail operation (Fig & Thistle Apothecary) from 313 Ivy Street to 429 Gough Street while converting the former wine bar space into a marijuana dispensary with consumption lounge. This transition included comprehensive tenant improvements, fire sprinkler system modifications, and ventilation installations, with multiple related permits totaling approximately $86,600. The building has experienced several fire safety concerns in recent years, with violations recorded in 2023 for sprinkler systems and multiple fire code violations, though most were promptly addressed. There was a significant gas line repair completed in May 2024 and the installation of a new HRV/ERV system in February 2024, indicating ongoing infrastructure improvements.

The property has a notable history of building code compliance issues, including a 2001 violation for unauthorized conversion of commercial space to residential use, which was finally abated in 2012. Recent 311 calls from January 2025 indicate some ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding street cleanliness and graffiti. The building's fire safety record shows multiple incidents including false alarms and smoke detector activations, though with no reported civilian injuries. There have been recurring issues with sprinkler maintenance and various fire safety violations through the years, though many have been promptly corrected. The current ownership, under Phyllis Schrobsdoroff Living Trust, appears to be actively addressing building systems with numerous recent improvements, particularly focused on compliance with cannabis-related business requirements and general infrastructure upgrades.

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Risk rating

How 423-429 Gough 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
35thpercentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 668 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
58%
No DBI
violation
42%
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.

Building size

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

Number of units

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

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 42%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2026
311 Request Jul 27
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestJun 20
Garbage and debris

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