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1684-1688 Grove St

North Panhandle, SF 94117 1185019 3 units · 3 fl · 1906

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
14
FewerMore

This building has 14 novs (7y), above the North Panhandle average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1684-1688 Grove 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 1906
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 1906
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 built1906
Total area3,600 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusWelfare
Blocklot1185019
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Po Box 420982 San Francisco CA 94142
Last sale
January 22, 2016

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1686 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1684 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1688 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-unit residential building at 1684-1688 Grove Street in the Park North neighborhood, owned by San Francisco Community Land Trust, was constructed in 1906 as a three-story flats and duplex structure. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects in recent years, with the most recent major work being a full facade window replacement completed in 2021 at a cost of $14,500. Prior improvements include substantial structural reinforcement work in 2016 involving post and beam refastening, foundation bolting, and stair repairs totaling $18,000, along with the installation of safety features such as arc fault and GFCI outlets throughout the building's electrical system.

The building has experienced recurring plumbing issues, particularly evident in 2021 when multiple complaints were filed regarding toilet backups and related problems, some affecting senior tenants who reported difficulties with accessibility and safety. There were also several building violations in 2019-2020 related to interior surfaces, lead paint concerns, and security requirements, though all were abated by October 2019. A concerning incident involving an electrical issue was reported in October 2021, where an outlet reportedly made popping sounds and caused a fire, though this complaint is listed as not active. The property has maintained general compliance with city regulations, with most recent building code updates focusing on safety systems and structural integrity, though there have been some notable maintenance delays as evidenced by multiple 2021 complaints regarding unaddressed plumbing and accessibility issues. Recent 311 calls from 2024 indicate ongoing concerns with sidewalk conditions outside the building, including reports of human waste and other sanitation matters.

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Risk rating

How 1684-1688 Grove 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
38thpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 494 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
70%
No DBI
violation
30%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 30%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1684-1688 Grove St event timeline

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

2021
Building Permit Dec 22
Full facade windows replacement/replace 16 alum windows with alum clad double hung windows at all floors. visible from street.
$14,500 · Issued
DBI ComplaintOct 29
Electrical outlet is not working sometimes. heard popping sound. thing caught on fire.

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