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1651-1655 Oak St

Haight Ashbury, SF 94117 1223021 3 units · 3 fl · 1907

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 Haight Ashbury — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.7
16
FewerMore

This building has 16 novs (7y), above the Haight Ashbury average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1651-1655 Oak 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 1907
2 or more units
3 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 1907
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 built1907
Total area5,941 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1223021
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1333 Jones St Unit 1101 San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
November 21, 2012

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1655 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1653 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1651 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 1651-1655 Oak Street in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, constructed in 1907 and currently owned by Green Hills Views LLC, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, multiple active complaints from 2023-2024 highlight serious concerns including water intrusion, ceiling leaks affecting smoke detectors, mold growth, and potential structural issues with the fire escape and stairs. A cluster of violations filed in September 2023 specifically addresses damaged ceilings, roof weatherproofing, interior painting, and smoke detector requirements, with final warning letters issued for these issues. The building underwent substantial improvements in 2014-2015, including the installation of a new fire alarm system and attempted fire sprinkler system installation, though some permits from this period were cancelled or marked as completed.

Earlier renovation work in 2013 included comprehensive updates to all three units, featuring bathroom and kitchen remodels, electrical rewiring, and the installation of new HVAC systems. The building's history includes some complicated interactions with adjacent construction projects, particularly in 2014 when work at 1639 Oak Street required temporary shoring and resulted in multiple complaints about property line windows. More recent concerns from 2024 suggest ongoing issues with building maintenance systems, including reports of rotting wood in the fire escape and problems with the sewer lateral connection. A complaint from 2022 indicated possible plumbing system deficiencies related to mold development. The property has also drawn attention for its potential illegal group housing use, with a 2024 planning record submission alleging operation as a co-living facility in violation of San Francisco laws. While some improvements have been made over the years, the building’s recent inspection history shows a pattern of persistent maintenance issues requiring ongoing attention.

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Risk rating

How 1651-1655 Oak 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
18thpercentile

Out of 581 buildings in this neighborhood, 476 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
50%
No DBI
violation
50%
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 complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Director's hearings (past 7 years)

Director's hearings are escalated enforcement actions for buildings that haven't resolved violations — a serious signal.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 50%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1651-1655 Oak St event timeline

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2025
Building Permit Jul 11
Comply with nov 202534075 item 2 - dryrot repairs to common area stair case for 604 affidavit (less than 50%)
$1,000 · Complete
Building Violation (NOV)Jun 06
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