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533-537 Haight St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 0860037 3 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 533-537 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 1900
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area4,905 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0860037
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Sibert & Amelia Santiago Tr 6178 Circle 'C' Lane Dixon CA 95620
Last sale

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535 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117
533 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117
537 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 533-537 Haight Street, owned by the Santiago Family Trust The, was constructed in 1900 and features three stories with ground-floor commercial space. The property has experienced several significant structural issues over the past two decades, most notably recurring problems with dry rot affecting various building components. Most recently, in August 2024, three posts were replaced due to dry rot at a cost of $8,000. A concerning incident occurred in 2017 when the rear stairs were reported as severely decayed and a collapse hazard, leading to multiple building violations including unsafe conditions and required repairs. The building has undergone various maintenance and improvement work over the years, including a 2005 installation of a hood fire system on the ground floor, rewiring of the bathroom and installation of dining lights, and 2004 concrete pier installations under structural engineering guidance.

Recent issues have centered around exterior maintenance and compliance matters, including a 2022 complaint regarding unauthorized signage for Estrella Taqueria blocking transom windows, and multiple 311 calls in 2024 reporting various sanitation and sidewalk conditions. The property has been the subject of multiple building violations that were eventually abated, including a 2004 case involving unpermitted structural work in the rear basement, however, there are still active planning records regarding the sign permit violation. The building's maintenance history shows ongoing attention to repairs and safety concerns, with most recent work focusing on structural elements like posts and stairs.

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Risk rating

How 533-537 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
20thpercentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 822 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
45%
No DBI
violation
55%
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.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 55%
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

533-537 Haight St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Aug 02
Garbage and debris
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