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320 Hermann St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 0867010 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 320 Hermann 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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,650 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0867010
Ownership

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

Owner name
Ortiz Kathleen
Mailing address
C/o Debra J Dolch, Conserva 167 S Park St San Francisco CA 94107
Last sale
050995

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Initial analysis

The property at 320 Hermann St is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in Hayes Valley, built in 1900 and currently owned by Kathleen Ortiz. The building has undergone several significant repairs and improvements over the past three decades, with the most recent work completed in 2023 including a new roof installation ($12,000) and comprehensive repairs addressing multiple building violations from 2010, including mold remediation, lead paint abatement, and bathroom ventilation improvements ($3,500). The building's history reveals several concerning patterns, particularly between 2010-2019, when multiple violations were documented related to water damage, mold, lead paint hazards, and unauthorized modifications such as an unpermitted partition wall in the garage. These issues were ultimately addressed through proper permitting and repairs, with all violations officially abated by July 2019.

Historical records show the building has experienced various structural and maintenance challenges over the years, including fire damage repairs in the 1980s, dry rot issues in 2006, and concerns about the building's lean in 1997. More recent maintenance has focused on addressing building envelope issues, with attention to exterior paint, siding repairs, and mold mitigation following roof repairs. The property has been subject to various housing inspection services and building department interventions, particularly regarding code violations and maintenance compliance. A final inspection in 2023 confirmed completion of all required repairs and remediation work, bringing the building up to current safety and habitability standards. While the building has experienced periodic maintenance challenges throughout its history, the most recent permits and completed work suggest that current ownership is actively addressing and maintaining the property's requirements.

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Risk rating

How 320 Hermann 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
78th percentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 226 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
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 age

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

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 84.8%
Moderate concern 9.6%
Severe concern 5.6%
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

320 Hermann St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Apr 15
Permit parking
defaced ok
311 RequestFeb 01
Garbage and debris

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