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988-998 Oak St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 0825014 8 units · 3 fl · 1900

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in 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 Hayes Valley — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.2
9
FewerMore

This building has 9 novs (7y), above the Hayes Valley average of 2.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 988-998 Oak 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 1900
2 or more units
8 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 1900
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
Units8
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area12,573 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0825014
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Peter & Maria P Haramis Tru 90 Santa Paula Ave San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
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996 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117
998 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117
994 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117
990 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117
410 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94117
992 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117
988 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The 8-unit multi-family residential building at 988-998 Oak Street in Hayes Valley, owned by Haramis Tust, was constructed in 1900 and consists of 3 stories. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most recent major work being a completed soft-story retrofit (classified as Tier 4) that was performed in 2018-2019, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. Recent maintenance work has focused on addressing heating issues, with an active complaint from January 2025 reporting lack of heat, non-code-compliant plastic windows in the front bay, and bathtub deterioration. The building has a documented history of electrical work, including repairs following a fire incident in 2008 that affected unit #996, where damage included electrical lighting and heating systems, though this work was completed and the violation was closed.

The building's history reveals several concerning periods between 2003 and 2008, including multiple housing code violations related to heating systems, electrical outlets, ventilation, and various maintenance issues. A significant fire incident occurred in January 2008, resulting in documented damage that required substantial electrical repairs. The property has also experienced recurring heating system problems, most recently indicated by a December 2024 complaint. While many past violations have been resolved, the recent heating issues raise ongoing maintenance concerns. The building has completed necessary seismic retrofitting work and undergone routine safety inspections, though the recurring nature of heating problems and recent complaints about window and bathroom conditions suggest ongoing maintenance challenges remain. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to exterior issues such as graffiti and parking concerns, rather than building-specific problems.

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Risk rating

How 988-998 Oak 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
20thpercentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 822 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.

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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

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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988-998 Oak St event timeline

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2026
Fire Complaint Mar 05
Combustible Materials
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