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267-271 Hermann St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 0874007 3 units · 3 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
Above average
avg 2.3
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Hayes Valley average of 2.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 267-271 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
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area3,586 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0874007
Ownership

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

Owner name
Ramirez John F
Mailing address
267 Hermann St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
071921

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267 Hermann St, San Francisco, CA 94117
269 Hermann St, San Francisco, CA 94117
271 Hermann St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-story, three-unit multi-family residential building at 267-271 Hermann Street in Hayes Valley, owned by John F. Ramirez, has undergone significant renovations and faced multiple safety concerns over the past two decades. Built in 1900, this TIC building has seen substantial upgrades since 2014, including major electrical improvements with a new 200-amp panel and comprehensive rewiring, plumbing system upgrades including tankless water heaters and radiant floor heating, and interior renovations of kitchens and bathrooms. Notable 2018-2019 work included a contentious period involving unpermitted demolition of unit 267, which resulted in a building violation, followed by a completed lightwell installation and various interior improvements.

The building has experienced several safety-related issues requiring attention, particularly concerning the rear stairs, which were deemed unsafe in 2015 and required immediate attention as they were a means of egress for all three units. Historical violations from 2005 included issues with self-closing doors and stair repairs, though these have since been resolved. Recent inspections (including 311 calls) indicate ongoing attention to building maintenance needs in the surrounding area, though these are primarily related to street cleanliness rather than building-specific issues. A few minor fire-related incidents were recorded, all with no injuries or serious concerns, primarily involving detector activations without any actual fires or gas leaks. The property's permit history shows consistent investment in maintenance and upgrades, particularly in 2018-2019, focusing on code compliance and modernizing building systems while addressing past safety concerns.

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Risk rating

How 267-271 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
49th percentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 524 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
66%
No DBI
violation
34%
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.

Neighborhood location

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

Building age

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 65.0%
Moderate concern 23.9%
Severe concern 11.1%
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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267-271 Hermann St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 17
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311 RequestMar 15
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