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918-920 Broderick St

North Panhandle, SF 94115 1153015 3 units · 3 fl · 1902

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the North Panhandle average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 918-920 Broderick 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 1902
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 1902
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
Floors3
Year built1902
Total area2,276 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1153015
Ownership

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

Mailing address
C/o Sutro Property Manageme Po Box 885373 San Francisco CA 94188
Last sale

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918 Broderick St, San Francisco, CA 94115
920 Broderick St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 918-920 Broderick St in Park North, owned by Edward Litke Revocable Trust 1995, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1902. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2021 (with an initial cost of $80,000 and subsequent revisions) to enhance its seismic safety, achieving Tier 3 status with a Certificate of Final Completion (CFC) issued. The building has a documented history of several housing code violations and complaints, particularly between 2007-2010, including issues with fire safety, building maintenance, and unauthorized construction work, all of which were subsequently resolved. Recent records from 2024 show three instances of alarm system complaints, with one being corrected within two days. The property has undergone various maintenance and improvement works over the years, including reroofing in 1998, plumbing updates in 2007, and interior improvements such as countertop replacements in 2015. Historical complaint records indicate recurring issues with unauthorized modifications and maintenance concerns, though most recent activities suggest improved compliance with building codes.

The building's recent history, particularly from 2021 onwards, shows a focus on completing mandatory safety improvements, such as the soft-story retrofit, and addressing past compliance issues. The property has experienced periodic concerns regarding parking violations in the vicinity, with multiple 311 calls recorded in late 2024, though these are external to the building itself. The most recent building concerns appear to center around alarm system functionality, with two complaints in 2024 showing prompt attention to safety systems.

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Risk rating

How 918-920 Broderick 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
76thpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 191 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
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

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

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 17%
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

918-920 Broderick St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Aug 03
Unit 920 1/2 - remodel kitchen and bathroom fully, trench the rest of home for full electrical and plumbing upgrades. replace sheetrock, paint and flooring as needed. no wall or layout changes. in kind and like for like.
$65,000 · Issued
Plumbing PermitAug 03
Unit 920 1/2: replace all angle stops; install new shower valve, new toilet, new bathroom sink, and faucet; install new kitchen sink and faucet.

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