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801 Baker St

North Panhandle, SF 94115 1151007 18 units · 3 fl · 1926

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 North Panhandle — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the North Panhandle average of 1.7.

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 801 Baker 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 1926
2 or more units
18 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1926
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
Units18
Floors3
Year built1926
Total area13,050 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1151007
Ownership

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

Mailing address
P.o. Box 1208 Santa Clara CA 95052
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The 18-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 801 Baker St in Park North, owned by Henry & Frances Gage Lp, has undergone several significant safety improvements since its construction in 1926. Most notably, in 2021 the building received a comprehensive voluntary fire alarm system upgrade valued at $26,825, including the installation of low-frequency sounders to meet current fire code requirements. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016 (Tier 2) at a cost of $121,500, addressing seismic safety concerns. However, the building has experienced recurring safety and maintenance issues, with multiple fire safety violations documented between 2014 and 2024, including a currently open violation from January 2024 regarding sleeping area requirements. In recent months, there have been persistent concerns about heating issues in unit 6, with a complaint filed in June 2024 regarding inadequate heat maintenance. The building has also faced several fire safety violations since 2014 relating to alarm systems, fire escapes, and extinguishers, though most of these were corrected promptly. Regular maintenance and upgrade work has been performed, including a 2011 renovation of kitchen facilities in Apartment #4.

The property has a history of various operational challenges, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding garbage and debris removal, though these primarily relate to exterior maintenance rather than building conditions. Historical inspection records show routine inspections dating back to 1997, with particular attention to fire safety systems and building attachments in 2018. The building's recent history suggests ongoing attention is required to maintain compliance with fire safety requirements, as evidenced by repeated violations and complaints regarding alarm systems and sleeping area requirements, though the property's structural integrity has been addressed through the completed soft-story retrofit program.

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Risk rating

How 801 Baker 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
15thpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 677 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
48%
No DBI
violation
52%
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.

Building size

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

Number of units

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

Property class (A15)

The assessor's property-class code, which correlates with building type and the violation rates the model expects.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 52%
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

801 Baker St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jul 01
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestJun 28
Garbage and debris

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