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425-429 Steiner St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 0844003 3 units · 3 fl · 1911

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Hayes Valley
Above average
avg 2.3
49
FewerMore

This building has 49 novs (7y), above the Hayes Valley average of 2.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 425-429 Steiner 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 1911
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 built1911
Total area4,275 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0844003
Ownership

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

Owner name
Hamilton Trust
Mailing address
Vernon D&rose Z Hamilton 3 Westcliff Ct Pacifica CA 94044
Last sale
042798

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429 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94117
425 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94117
427 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-unit residential building at 425-429 Steiner Street in Hayes Valley, owned by Hamilton Trust, is a 3-story flats & duplex structure built in 1911. The property has experienced several significant maintenance and safety concerns over recent years, particularly related to its exterior elements. Between 2022 and 2024, there were multiple incidents involving falling debris, including windows and siding, with reports of exterior siding pieces creating safety hazards in neighboring yards. Most recently, in March 2024, there were reports of broken windows and potential safety issues with deck removal leading to open doorways with significant drops.

The building has undergone various repair and maintenance work over the past two years, including deck repairs, stair reinforcement, and plumbing updates. A notable series of building violations was filed in April 2008, many of which remain active as of January 2025, including issues with ceilings, stairs, lead paint hazards, and gas meter safety requirements. The property has also faced electrical and plumbing compliance issues, with multiple permits issued in 2023 and 2024 to address code violations and maintenance needs. While recent permits suggest ongoing maintenance efforts, including deck repairs and plumbing work, the presence of active building violations and recurring maintenance issues indicates persistent challenges with the property's condition and safety systems.

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Risk rating

How 425-429 Steiner 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
10th percentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 924 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
26%
No DBI
violation
74%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 8.3%
Moderate concern 63.9%
Severe concern 27.9%
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

425-429 Steiner St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Mar 31
Replace kitchen cabinets and change the bath tub to a shower. replace two vinyl windows in the back of the unit 429. replace one outlet and fan on the bathroom. add outlet under sink in the kitchen.
$15,000 · Issued
Plumbing PermitMar 31
Replace kitchen sink.

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