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153-155 Wood St

Lone Mountain, SF 94118 1091005 3 units · 2 fl · 1900

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 Lone Mountain — not a forecast
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.

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 153-155 Wood 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
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 1900
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
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area3,407 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1091005
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Bristol Adam & Viskontas In 153 Wood St San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
May 22, 2015

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153 Wood St, San Francisco, CA 94118
155 Wood St, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The property at 153-155 Wood Street in San Francisco's Lone Mountain neighborhood is a 2-story, 3-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1900, currently owned by the Bristol Viskontas Family Trust. The building has undergone significant renovations and faced multiple regulatory challenges over its history. From 2006 to 2011, there were several notable compliance issues, including concerns about illegal dwelling units and unauthorized modifications, particularly regarding unit 153B in the back building, which was ultimately addressed through various permits and renovations. The building underwent substantial improvements between 2008 and 2011, including bathroom remodels, kitchen renovations, water heater replacements, and electrical upgrades, with particular attention to unit 155. A significant solar installation was completed in 2020, consisting of a 3.36 kW system with battery storage.

Recent maintenance and incident history shows a mixture of typical urban issues, including occasional sewer-related concerns, parking violations, and general maintenance needs. The property experienced some serious habitability issues in the late 2000s, including reports of rodent infestation, plumbing problems, and sanitation concerns, though these were largely resolved through subsequent renovations and repairs. The most recent tenant buyout record from 2018 shows a payment of $28,400 to one tenant, indicating potential unit turnover. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to parking issues and street maintenance, with no major building violations or complaints recorded in the past several years, suggesting improved compliance and maintenance practices. The property has active permits for any remaining work, including one for a 13kWh battery storage system, completed in 2020, indicating continued investment in building improvements.

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Risk rating

How 153-155 Wood 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
18thpercentile

Out of 519 buildings in this neighborhood, 426 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
68%
No DBI
violation
32%
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.

Building age

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

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 32%
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

153-155 Wood St event timeline

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

2020
Electrical Permit Sep 30
Installation of roof-mounted pv system - 3.36 kw (8 panels) with one 13kwh battery storage system. - 8 roof-mounted solar pv modules, 420 watts per module, 8 interactive inverter, total no. of rating 3.36 kw.
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