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557 Fillmore St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 0827002 6 units · 3 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 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 557 Fillmore 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
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area5,850 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0827002
Ownership

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

Mailing address
557 Fillmore St Apt 6 San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
September 14, 2017

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Initial analysis

The three-story, six-unit multi-family residential building at 557 Fillmore Street in Hayes Valley, built in 1900, has undergone significant improvements and maintenance work over the past two decades, with particular attention to safety systems and structural integrity. Most recently, in 2021, the building received a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade costing $19,500, and underwent substantial structural repairs valued at $196,000. Earlier major projects included window replacements in 2020 (estimated at $224,543), a building-wide reroofing in 2019, and multiple unit-specific renovations such as a bathroom remodel in Apartment #4 in 2019. The building has also seen important infrastructure upgrades, including the installation of new central heating systems for all units, a complete electrical overhaul in 2007 that included new panels and extensive wiring, and the addition of multiple fireplaces.

The property's maintenance history shows regular attention to building systems and compliance requirements, with no active violations since 2004 and the resolution of several routine safety inspections by Housing Inspection Services in previous years. While there were some complaints about unauthorized work and permit compliance issues in 2007 regarding roof removal and window replacement, these appear to have been resolved through subsequent permits and inspections. The building's most recent fire safety incident was a CO detector malfunction with no injuries reported. Recent 311 calls from 2020-2022 primarily concern street cleaning and sidewalk maintenance issues that are not directly related to building conditions. The property has maintained a record of addressing repairs and improvements promptly, as evidenced by the completion statuses of most recent permits, though some older permits from 2008 regarding garage door work are listed as expired.

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Risk rating

How 557 Fillmore 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
22ndpercentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 801 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
48%
No DBI
violation
52%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 52%
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

557 Fillmore St event timeline

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2025
Planning Record Apr 17
DPW referral - 6 Units Condo Conversion
Closed - Approved

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