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800 Presidio Ave

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1073055 50 units · 5 fl · 2017

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Lower Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

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 800 Presidio Ave 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 2017
2 or more units
50 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
N/A
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 2017
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Likely exempt from AB 1482. Housing with a certificate of occupancy issued within the previous 15 years is exempt from the state rent cap and just-cause rules.

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
Units50
Floors5
Year built2017
Total area65,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusWelfare
Blocklot1073055
Ownership

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

Mailing address
800 Presidio Ave San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

820 Presidio Avenue is a 5-story, 50-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 2017, currently owned by Booker T Washington Communi. The building has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance work since its opening, with the most recent development being a bike storage reconfiguration in August 2024 to comply with enforcement requirements, creating 25 bike spaces with proper security features. The property experienced notable infrastructure challenges in early 2019, including a hot water availability issue that affected residents during morning hours, which was briefly reported to management. A separate boiler permit violation was recorded in October 2018, though this was resolved by October 2019. The building's safety systems have been regularly updated, including a complete fire alarm system installation in 2017, emergency responder communications system in 2021, and various electrical upgrades such as hand dryer installations in 2021 and walk-in freezer power installation in 2024. Additional improvements include the installation of two boilers in 2017, HVAC controls, and various plumbing updates.

The property's history shows consistent maintenance and upgrading of essential systems, with careful attention to compliance with city regulations. The building has received several street space permits throughout 2017, and modifications were made to enhance community amenities, including the installation of an ADA-compliant playground in 2017. A notable external issue was reported in September 2017 regarding damage to the building caused by neighboring property work, though this complaint does not indicate whether it was ultimately resolved. Recent infrastructure improvements, including the addition of new hand dryers and HVAC updates, demonstrate ongoing commitment to maintaining building systems, while the recent bike storage upgrade reflects attention to resident needs and sustainable transportation options.

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Risk rating

How 800 Presidio Ave'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
3rdpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 650 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
17%
No DBI
violation
83%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 83%
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

800 Presidio Ave event timeline

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

2026
Plumbing Permit Aug 04
Work category: 4pb; ti fire sprinkler system to accommodate newly added wall. adding 2 sprinkler and plug 1 existing sprinkler
Issued
Building PermitJul 16
G/f: minor interior t.i. to staff & program space: demo & relocate 1) non load bearing wall, demo of e) linoleum flooring & replacement w. new carper & limoleum in 2 offices & 1 classroom, new interior storefront doors tied into e) access control, mep under separated permit

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