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901-903 Fell St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 0826020 16 units · 3 fl · 1906

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

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
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Hayes Valley average of 2.2.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 901-903 Fell 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 1906
2 or more units
16 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
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 1906
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
Units16
Floors3
Year built1906
Total area7,964 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0826020
Ownership

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

Mailing address
C/o Vertex Property Group 2443 Fillmore St #271 San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
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901 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117
903 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The 16-unit, 3-story apartment building at 901-903 Fell St, owned by Jeffrey M Jue Trust, was constructed in 1906 and has undergone significant improvements over the past decade. Recent renovations include a 2022 hot water boiler installation, and substantial unit upgrades from 2013-2021 involving kitchen and bathroom remodels in Units 9, 10, 12, and 17, along with electrical panel upgrades and associated plumbing work. The building has a history of addressing maintenance and safety issues, as evidenced by multiple routine safety inspections and compliance actions, particularly relating to fire safety. A series of fire-related violations between 2017-2024 have been documented, including concerns with extinguishers and emergency lighting systems, though these have been abated. The building underwent major plumbing and electrical work, including a new hot water boiler installation in 2022 and various unit upgrades between 2012-2021.

Historical records indicate earlier challenges with building systems, including multiple complaints in 1994 regarding heating, plumbing, and electrical issues that were eventually resolved. The property underwent significant improvements during the 2000s and 2010s, including a reroofing project in 2004 and various building code compliance measures. Recent years have shown continued investment in building maintenance and upgrades, with the most recent building permit activity focusing on unit repairs and system upgrades. Fire safety systems have required ongoing attention, with multiple inspections and violations related to extinguishers, emergency lighting, and sprinkler systems, though the management has generally responded promptly to address these issues when they arise. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep and modernization efforts, particularly focusing on individual unit improvements and core building systems.

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Risk rating

How 901-903 Fell 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
16thpercentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 863 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
41%
No DBI
violation
59%
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.

Building size

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

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 59%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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901-903 Fell St event timeline

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311 Request Feb 10
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311 RequestFeb 04
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