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525-529 Fillmore St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 0827005 3 units · 3 fl · 1900

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 525-529 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
3 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.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area5,625 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0827005
Ownership

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

Owner name
Vairojananunt Rutsutee
Mailing address
166 Ripley St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
052404

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527 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94117
529 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94117
525 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 525-529 Fillmore Street, owned by Vairojananunt Rutsutee, is a three-story flats and duplex structure built in 1900 in Hayes Valley. The property has a history of maintenance issues and violations dating back several years, with the most concerning recent complaint being filed in May 2024 regarding a collapsed bathroom with a hole approximately the size of a basketball. The building underwent significant repairs in 2019, including vinyl siding installation on the left side to address dry rot issues, while in 2014 a complete reroofing project was completed. Multiple violations were documented in 2014 related to fire safety, including unserviced fire extinguishers, smoke detector issues, and window repair needs, with some violations remaining active. Historical complaints from 2014 noted serious concerns including roof leaks causing damage to ceilings, walls, and floors, and reports of water damage, peeling paint, and possible lead-based paint issues.

The building's maintenance history shows periodic attention to various systems, including electrical work in 2014 to repair illegal wiring and replace non-coded wire, as well as window sash replacements in 2014. The property has been subject to several routine safety inspections since at least 2008, with various violations noted and addressed through the years, including fire safety and interior surface concerns. A 2015 complaint suggested possible unauthorized subletting and illegal conversions in the building. Recent 311 calls from 2018 to 2024 primarily relate to street cleaning and sidewalk maintenance issues, rather than internal building concerns. The building's documented history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding fire safety and water damage, though many past violations have been resolved through various repair projects.

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Risk rating

How 525-529 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

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
50th percentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 514 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
66%
No DBI
violation
34%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building age

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

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 55.4%
Moderate concern 30.7%
Severe concern 13.9%
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

525-529 Fillmore St event timeline

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

2024
DBI Complaint May 28
Bathroom has a hole and is collapsed. the hole is the size of a basketball. management has been notified 57 days ago about the hole in the bathrrom but no response.
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