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262 Waller St

Hayes Valley, SF 94102 0858011 2 units · 2 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 262 Waller 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
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,650 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0858011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Robert B W Scott, Successor 262 Waller St San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 262 Waller Street in Hayes Valley, owned by the Magealene E Scott 1991 Rev Trust, has undergone significant renovation work since 2021, with construction costs totaling approximately $305,002.00 over the past seven years. Built in 1900, this two-story structure has been the subject of multiple construction-related complaints, most notably in 2022 when neighbors reported disruptive construction noise including wall pounding, along with an incident involving falling debris. Two separate complaints were filed in October 2021 regarding construction work being conducted without visible city permits following a property sale. The building has received appropriate permits for substantial improvements, including foundation replacement, removal of a center post for garage access, kitchen and bathroom renovations, and electrical upgrades. Recent permit activity in 2023 has focused on window reconfigurations and skylight replacements.

The building's maintenance and service history over the past seven years shows a total of 56 service requests, including two recent requests from July 2026 regarding abandoned vehicles and illegal parking, both of which remain open. The property has maintained compliance with building permits for various improvements, including structural modifications, new entry installations, and bathroom renovations. The multiple construction-related complaints in 2021-2022, while resolved through proper permitting processes, indicate a period of substantial work that may have impacted resident experience during construction. However, all recent permits have been properly processed and completed, suggesting improved compliance with building regulations.

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Risk rating

How 262 Waller 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
64th percentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 370 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
75%
No DBI
violation
25%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 69.0%
Moderate concern 25.2%
Severe concern 5.8%
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

262 Waller St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jul 28
Abandoned vehicle
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestJul 28
Other illegal parking

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