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425-431 Linden St

Hayes Valley, SF 94102 0818006A 4 units · 2 fl · 1925

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Hayes Valley
At or below average
avg 2.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Hayes Valley average of 2.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 425-431 Linden 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 1925
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.

Building characteristics
Units4
Floors2
Year built1925
Total area2,260 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0818006A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Holden Peter L
Mailing address
425 Linden St San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale
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431 Linden St, San Francisco, CA 94102
429 Linden St, San Francisco, CA 94102
427 Linden St, San Francisco, CA 94102
425 Linden St, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Initial analysis

The property at 425-431 Linden St is a two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building located in Hayes Valley, built in 1925 and currently owned by Peter L. Holden. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most recent attempt at renovation being a cancelled permit from June 2023 for kitchen and bathroom updates in units 425, 427, and 429, along with front window replacements. A major renovation project was successfully completed in 2008, which included the installation of a new 150-amp electrical service with five meters, new garage assignments, and comprehensive electrical updates using a "cut & slice" method. The building has also seen significant infrastructure upgrades, including the installation of three tankless water heaters in 2008, replacement of all four units' electrical systems, and the addition of a solar electric system in 2004 consisting of eight panels and an inverter.

The property has maintained compliance with several routine safety inspections, with minor violations such as the January 2011 fire extinguisher issue being promptly addressed within one month. Earlier compliance issues from 2009 were resolved through necessary repairs including ceiling patching, smoke alarm installations, and proper vent installations. The building underwent a condo conversion approval process, allowing for potential individual unit ownership. More recently, there have been multiple parking-related incidents recorded through 311 calls in late 2023, primarily concerning blocked driveways, though most of these cases could not be validated by responding officers. The property's maintenance history shows a pattern of proactive improvements, though the cancelled renovation permit from 2023 is notable as it suggests ongoing interest in building upgrades.

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Risk rating

How 425-431 Linden 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
61th percentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 401 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
72%
No DBI
violation
28%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 65.0%
Moderate concern 14.1%
Severe concern 20.9%
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

425-431 Linden St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Apr 29
Homelessness and supportive housing
housing homeless request for service
311 RequestMar 05
Garbage and debris

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