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1889 Oak St

Haight Ashbury, SF 94117 1225028 4 units · 3 fl · 1990

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
11
FewerMore

This building has 11 novs (7y), above the Haight Ashbury average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1889 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 1990
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 1990
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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
Units4
Floors3
Year built1990
Total area5,136 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1225028
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Linehan Thomas Joseph Ttee Po Box 5456 Novato CA 94948
Last sale
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Initial analysis

The 4-unit multi-family residential building at 1889 Oak Street in Haight Ashbury, owned by Thomas Linehan Tr, was constructed in 1990 after several significant modifications including the installation of fire sprinklers in the garage and fire escape area, and conversion from gas furnaces to electric baseboard heating. The building has experienced recurring maintenance and safety compliance issues over the years, with the most recent interior inspections in early 2024 revealing multiple concerns including mold/mildew on walls/ceilings, the need for wall/ceiling repainting, and repairs required for a window sash frame. Previous violations from 2002 had addressed various safety requirements including fire extinguisher maintenance, gas utility shutoff tools, and egress obstructions, all of which were abated by late 2016.

The building has a documented history of fire alarm system activations, though all were determined to be due to malfunction with no fires or civilian injuries reported. Recent routine inspections have shown ongoing attention to safety systems, with the most recent requiring date tags for fire extinguishers as of February 2024. The property has experienced some infrastructure challenges as evidenced by the early 2024 complaints regarding leaks. Outside the building itself, there have been multiple reports of street cleaning issues in the vicinity, particularly involving garbage and debris, with several incidents recorded between 2022 and 2024. While these external issues do not directly impact the building's habitability, they may affect the general neighborhood environment. The building's history suggests a pattern of regular inspections and prompt addressing of violations, though recurring maintenance issues indicate ongoing upkeep challenges.

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Risk rating

How 1889 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
23rdpercentile

Out of 581 buildings in this neighborhood, 447 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
55%
No DBI
violation
45%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

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

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 45%
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

1889 Oak St event timeline

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2024
Building Violation (NOV) Feb 12
Building violation
At re-inspection, show the inspector required extinguishers with tags on all floors
Building Violation (NOV)Feb 12
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