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1218 Haight St

Haight Ashbury, SF 94117 1234008 2 units · 3 fl · 1906

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Haight Ashbury — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Haight Ashbury average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1218 Haight 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
2 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 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
Units2
Floors3
Year built1906
Total area4,750 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1234008
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1218 Haight St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
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Initial analysis

This historic 3-story multi-family residential building, located at 1218 Haight Street in the Haight Ashbury neighborhood, was constructed in 1906 and contains two units. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and repair projects over the years, with the most recent being a comprehensive re-roofing project completed in October 2024 at a cost of $67,800, followed by additional work with a revision in scope completed in late October 2024. The building has faced various maintenance challenges, particularly regarding water drainage and structural elements. In 2004-2005, there were serious issues with roof drainage affecting neighboring properties, while in 2015, concerns were raised about the building's structural integrity and water runoff problems that required repairs to mechanical ventilation and rain gutters.

The property has experienced multiple code compliance issues over the years, particularly related to stairway safety and drainage systems. Notable violations occurred in 2006 involving stair repairs and handrail requirements, as well as plumbing issues including the need to address mold and mildew problems. In early 2015, there were significant complaints about the building's condition, including reports of leaning, water intrusion, and various maintenance deficiencies including insect issues, flooring problems, and electrical concerns. The building's owners have generally addressed violations and completed required repairs, though some historical issues took time to resolve fully. Recent 311 calls from 2024-2025 have primarily related to external matters such as graffiti, sidewalk issues, and parking concerns rather than building-specific problems. The property has experienced three fire-related incidents, though none resulted in civilian injuries or serious damage, including one false alarm, one vehicle fire near the property, and one good intent call.

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Risk rating

How 1218 Haight 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
89thpercentile

Out of 581 buildings in this neighborhood, 64 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
86%
No DBI
violation
14%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 14%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1218 Haight St event timeline

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2024
Building Permit Oct 24
Re-roofing revision adding to scope of wk to pa#2024-0801-7764
$1 · Complete
Building PermitAug 01
Reroofing

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