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700-702 Baker St

North Panhandle, SF 94115 1157009A 6 units · 2 fl · 1900

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in North Panhandle — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.7
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the North Panhandle average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 700-702 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 1900
2 or more units
6 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 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
Units6
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area4,362 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1157009A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
2009 16th Ave San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale
February 29, 2000

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1798 Mcallister St, San Francisco, CA 94115
700 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94115
702 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The 6-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 700-702 Baker Street, constructed in 1900, is currently undergoing mandatory seismic retrofitting as indicated by two active building permits issued in October 2024, totaling $95,000 in work for both the residential and commercial portions of the building. This follows a history of soft story retrofit attempts, including a cancelled permit in January 2023 and withdrawn permits in 2020 and 2018. The building has faced multiple compliance issues between 2004-2012, including violations related to boiler operation without permit, lead paint concerns, fire safety issues, and various maintenance matters, all of which were subsequently abated. Recent history shows ongoing attention to building safety, with active building complaints regarding soft story compliance filed in December 2022 and routine inspections from 2022-2023.

The building has experienced various maintenance and compliance challenges over the years, including plumbing issues, electrical work, and fire safety concerns. Historical records show multiple instances of garbage and debris issues near the property, with the most recent 311 calls from late 2024 reporting graffiti and general maintenance concerns. The property has a documented history of fire safety inspections and violations, particularly in 2006, though all were marked as corrected. Current building permits and active violations indicate that the building remains in the process of addressing regulatory requirements, particularly regarding seismic safety. While past issues suggest a pattern of maintenance challenges, recent historical data shows focused efforts to address these through permitted work and compliance inspections, with the most pressing current concern being the building's non-compliant soft story status under California Tier IV requirements.

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Risk rating

How 700-702 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
13thpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 693 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
45%
No DBI
violation
55%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 55%
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

700-702 Baker St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Aug 02
Garbage and debris
furniture
311 RequestAug 02
Garbage and debris

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