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235 Collins St

Lone Mountain, SF 94118 1090002 3 units · 3 fl · 1992

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 Lone Mountain
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lone Mountain average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 235 Collins 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 1992
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1992
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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 built1992
Total area4,766 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1090002
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1450 Sutter St #228 San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
051321

Landlord portfolio

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

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Initial analysis

The 3-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 235 Collins St in Lone Mountain, constructed in 1992, has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance updates over the past few years. The most substantial recent work occurred in 2019, when comprehensive bathroom and kitchen renovations were completed at a cost of nearly $47,000, including the replacement of fixtures, tiles, and cabinets across multiple units. The building's infrastructure has been regularly maintained, with a reroofing project completed in 2018 ($18,900), and exterior improvements including vinyl siding replacement in 2017 ($11,000). More recent updates in 2022 focused on electrical and plumbing systems, with extensive rewiring and plumbing work conducted in multiple units, including new laundry facilities, bathroom remodeling, and kitchen updates, demonstrating ongoing commitment to modernizing building systems.

The building's history shows proper initial construction safety measures were implemented in 1992, including the installation of a sprinkler system, AC strobe light, and sound wall modifications. The property has experienced several routine housing inspections, with violations noted in 2003 and 2008. The 2003 inspection identified issues related to smoke detectors, security viewer installation, emergency exits, fire extinguishers, and other safety requirements, while the 2008 inspection raised questions about gas utility shutoff tools and fire safety equipment. All these violations were formally abated by 2004. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep and improvements, with no active violations or safety concerns in recent years. Recent 311 calls regarding the property primarily relate to street cleaning and parking issues rather than building-specific concerns, indicating that while there are some neighborhood maintenance needs, they are typical for the area and not directly related to building management.

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Risk rating

How 235 Collins 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
65th percentile

Out of 519 buildings in this neighborhood, 182 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
87%
No DBI
violation
13%
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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

Owner's portfolio size

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 76.7%
Moderate concern 14.5%
Severe concern 8.9%
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

235 Collins St event timeline

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

2022
Plumbing Permit Nov 10
Work category: 1p; finish plumbing inspection 2 bathroom and kitchen
Complete
Plumbing PermitOct 11
Work category: 1p; 2-bathroom remodel new ice maker line, install new gas valve for stove under cabinet, new bathtub and shower pan and new laundry for apartment #3

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