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272-276 Hermann St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 0868016 3 units · 3 fl · 1890

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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 272-276 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 1890
2 or more units
3 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 1890
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 built1890
Total area3,750 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0868016
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Lucas Thomas A Succ-trustee Po Box 14040 San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale
October 20, 2021

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274 Hermann St, San Francisco, CA 94117
272 Hermann St, San Francisco, CA 94117
276 Hermann St, San Francisco, CA 94117
Augrented Insights
Initial analysis

This three-story multi-family residential building, located at 272-276 Hermann Street in Hayes Valley, was constructed in 1890 and contains three units. The property has undergone various maintenance and improvement projects over the years, with the most recent significant work completed in 2023 involving the replacement of three street-facing windows at a cost of $3,000. This window replacement became the subject of a complaint in May 2023 regarding unauthorized work and incorrect window type, though records show compliance was achieved through the Hermann St Partners LLC to replace the windows with approved wood, double-hung units with integrated ogee lugs. The building has a history of addressing maintenance issues, including a 2006 bathroom repair in unit 276 due to leakage, dry rot repair in 1996, and kitchen cabinet replacement in 1989. Safety systems have been updated, including a comprehensive fire alarm system installation in 2002 featuring smoke detectors and pull stations.

The property has experienced several regulatory compliance issues, notably in 2002 when multiple violations were documented related to stairs, security doors, and gas meter instructions, though all were resolved within a month. Recent building complaints and 311 calls primarily relate to exterior maintenance matters such as garbage accumulation and parking violations, with multiple cleaning and parking enforcement cases documented between 2023-2024. While there have been three recorded fire incidents, they were all related to false alarms or detector malfunctions, with no civilian injuries reported. The building's maintenance history, permit records, and violation resolutions suggest regular upkeep and response to safety concerns, though recent complaints about window replacement and ongoing issues with exterior debris indicate areas requiring continued attention.

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Risk rating

How 272-276 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

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
59thpercentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 421 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
71%
No DBI
violation
29%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 29%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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272-276 Hermann St event timeline

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