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500-502 Broderick St

North Panhandle, SF 94117 1201023 8 units · 3 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high 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.

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 500-502 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 1900
2 or more units
8 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
Units8
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area7,350 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1201023
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Meade Patricia Lynch Truste 439 Guerrero St San Francisco CA 94110
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Included addresses

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502 Broderick St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1394 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1398 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94117
500 Broderick St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1396 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The 8-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 500-502 Broderick Street, owned by Meade Family 2015 Trust, has undergone significant safety and infrastructure upgrades since its 1900 construction. Most notably, recent improvements include a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade completed in May 2024 ($29,261), and a major electrical system upgrade in September 2023, replacing the main disconnect and adding new meters ($50,000). The building has achieved compliance with the Mandatory Soft Story Retrofit Program (Tier 4) and received its Certificate of Final Completion, following previous violations and an associated retrofit project completed in 2017 ($57,000). Other recent work includes the conversion of commercial space to an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in 2017-2023, which required multiple permits for fire sprinklers, plumbing, and electrical work.

The building's history includes several maintenance and safety issues that have been addressed over time. Past violations included problems with window safety (2013), mold (2015), and handrails (2007), all of which were resolved. There have been five documented fire-related incidents, though none resulted in civilian injuries. Recent concerns include sidewalk defects and urban forestry issues (2024), ongoing garbage cleanup needs (2024), and a recent complaint about garden modifications (2024). While the building has had its share of maintenance challenges, the recent focus on updating fire safety systems, seismic retrofitting, and electrical infrastructure suggests a commitment to improving resident safety and building standards.

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Risk rating

How 500-502 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
11thpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 709 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
43%
No DBI
violation
57%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Number of units

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 57%
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

500-502 Broderick St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request May 02
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
Plumbing PermitMar 03
Work category: 4pa; app #: 2023111020069. final plumbing inspection for fire sprinkler system

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