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155 Haight St

Hayes Valley, SF 94102 0856019 33 units · 3 fl · 1963

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 155 Haight 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 1963
2 or more units
33 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1963
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
Units33
Floors3
Year built1963
Total area19,284 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0856019
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
American Realty & Construct 1489 Webster St Ste 232 San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
January 29, 2013

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Initial analysis

155 Haight Street, a 33-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1963, has undergone significant renovations and faced various maintenance challenges over the years. The property has seen consistent unit improvements, with the most recent work completed in September 2023 including bathroom and kitchen remodeling in Unit 110, following similar renovations in 2022. The building has addressed several safety concerns, completing a fire alarm system upgrade in 2020 that included replacing smoke detectors and installation of new notification appliances. Between 2015-2019, multiple units underwent substantial renovations, including bedroom additions and kitchen/bathroom remodels in Units 210, 311, 204, 205, 108, 208, and 305, with associated plumbing and electrical work.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to structural and safety issues, including steel member repairs in 2017, dry rot remediation and window replacements in 2016, and compliance work in 2018 addressing stair railings and door closures. Several complaints and violations have been recorded over the years, including issues with water damage, mold, and unpermitted construction in 2013, though these appear to have been resolved. A notable pattern of fire system activations and some historical fire violations related to sprinkler systems and fire escapes were recorded, though most have been abated. Recent complaints in 2022 and 2023 were related to common areas and ceiling issues, which are no longer active. The building has experienced various maintenance issues requiring attention, with several 311 calls in 2024 primarily regarding garbage and debris on the property, though these are managed through normal city services and do not directly reflect on building conditions.

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Risk rating

How 155 Haight 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
11thpercentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 914 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
31%
No DBI
violation
69%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 69%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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155 Haight St event timeline

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2025
311 Request May 28
311 service request
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