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493-495 Diamond St

Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights, SF 94114 2769019 2 units · 2 fl · 1917

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 Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.4
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 493-495 Diamond 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 1917
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1917
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
Floors2
Year built1917
Total area2,064 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2769019
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
493 Diamond St San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale
April 19, 1988

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493 Diamond St, San Francisco, CA 94114
495 Diamond St, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

Located in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood, 493-495 Diamond Street is a two-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1917, featuring two stories and classified as a flats & duplex property. The building has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, including a completed reroofing project in 2023 costing $24,205 and the installation of a new HVAC system in 2024. More recent permits from 2024 indicate ongoing infrastructure improvements, including ductwork replacement and electrical upgrades for a heat pump system. The property has a notable history of maintenance and upgrades, with previous work including window replacements in 1997 and roof work in 1994, though some earlier permits from the 1990s are listed as expired.

The building has experienced some compliance issues, most prominently an active violation from October 2021 regarding unpermitted work on wood and concrete retaining walls in the rear yard, which are reportedly retaining soil on a slope and showing signs of failure, creating potential safety concerns. This violation remains unresolved as of October 2023. The property has also been the subject of complaints regarding unpermitted construction work, particularly concerning a deck on the south side of the building in December 2022. While these issues suggest some ongoing concerns about unauthorized modifications, the more recent permit activity indicates active management of the property's maintenance needs. The building's surrounding area has experienced typical urban issues as documented through 311 calls, including sidewalk graffiti, parking violations, and occasional debris, though these are external to the building itself and appear to be promptly addressed by city services when reported.

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Risk rating

How 493-495 Diamond 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
31stpercentile

Out of 1278 buildings in this neighborhood, 882 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
64%
No DBI
violation
36%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Neighborhood location

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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 36%
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

493-495 Diamond St event timeline

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

2026
Plumbing Permit Mar 12
Upgrade and relocate the water lines for the sink and fridge acoording to the approved proposal layout (kitchen remodel)
Complete
Electrical PermitMar 12
Upgrade the electrical wiring in kitchen: 9 lights, 9 switches, 5 receptacle, 1 dishwasher, 1 garbage disposal and 1 microwave. bring up to code.

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