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1261 Grove St

Alamo Square, SF 94117 1202002F 6 units · 3 fl · 1924

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 Alamo Square — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Alamo Square average of 2.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1261 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 1924
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1924
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
Floors3
Year built1924
Total area6,075 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1202002F
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1261 Grove St Apt 5 San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
November 15, 2016

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Initial analysis

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 1261 Grove Street in the Alamo Square neighborhood, built in 1924 and owned by Julia Khusainova, presents several notable concerns. Most prominently, there is an active complaint from December 2020 regarding the building's classification as a soft-story structure, which is reportedly not listed under the city's soft-story property mandate, indicating potential seismic safety issues. The building has undergone various renovations over the years, with the most recent being a bathroom remodel in Unit #3 in 2022 costing $13,000, including associated plumbing and electrical work. Historical renovation work includes window replacements, bathroom and kitchen remodels in multiple units, and some structural modifications. In early 2005, the building faced multiple violations related to security and fire safety, including issues with fire escape ladders, door locks, lead paint concerns, water damage, interior surfaces, and an alarm system, though these violations were abated by December 2005.

The building's maintenance history shows ongoing improvements, with several units receiving upgrades to windows, security features, and interior spaces. There have been periodic routine safety inspections, including cases in 2010 and 2017. A significant water-related issue was documented in January 2005, with reports of standing water affecting hallways, though these problems were later addressed. Recent 311 calls from 2022-2024 primarily relate to exterior conditions, including graffiti, debris, and sidewalk encampments, rather than structural or building system issues. While electrical systems have received attention during various unit renovations, recent history shows no significant electrical system failures or safety concerns. The building's fire alarm system has had two documented incidents, though neither resulted in civilian injuries and appeared to be related to a malfunction and a good intent call.

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Risk rating

How 1261 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
35thpercentile

Out of 305 buildings in this neighborhood, 198 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
52%
No DBI
violation
48%
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.

Building size

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 48%
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

1261 Grove St event timeline

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

2025
Electrical Permit Nov 05
Ref: witness test fee for e202507053688
Complete
Electrical PermitJul 05
Online electrical permit: 60 of buildings of 6 dwelling units or less. modification of an existing fire alarm system by upgrading the fire panel, update all existing devices to be compatible with new facp and provide low frequency sounders in all sleeping areas to meet

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