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511-513 Eureka St

Noe Valley, SF 94114 2772042 5 units · 2 fl · 1914

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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 Noe Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Noe Valley average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 511-513 Eureka 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 1914
2 or more units
5 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1914
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
Units5
Floors2
Year built1914
Total area4,279 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2772042
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Riechers Peter/carla/rieche 3481 Mission St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
January 31, 2019

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Included addresses

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511 Eureka St, San Francisco, CA 94114
511 B Eureka St, San Francisco, CA 94114
511 C Eureka St, San Francisco, CA 94114
511 A Eureka St, San Francisco, CA 94114
513 Eureka St, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The property at 511-513 Eureka Street in Noe Valley is a two-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1914, containing three units and owned by Christina Riechers and Loren Bale. The building underwent significant renovations in 2020, including the addition of two ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) on the ground floor, raising the building and rear stairs by 18 inches, and various electrical, plumbing, and fire safety upgrades totaling over $300,000. The scope of work included new fire alarm systems, electrical panels, wiring, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and the installation of HVAC systems. Notably, there were multiple complaints from neighbors in early 2020 regarding unpermitted work and lack of neighborhood input regarding proposed changes that could affect views and privacy, particularly concerning a withdrawn permit to raise a 9'x9' section of the rear roof and add a dormer, as well as concerns about constructing a roof deck.

The renovation project experienced several permit revisions and raised neighborhood concerns about work being performed outside the approved scope, particularly during early 2020 when construction activities led to complaints about lack of communication and accessibility issues for existing residents. These complaints were documented between May and February 2020. The building underwent substantial improvements, including the installation of a new fire sprinkler system, multiple unit upgrades, and the conversion of space to add additional residential units. The property has also been subject to several parking enforcement actions for driveway blocking in recent years, and there were issues noted regarding garbage receptacle placement in late 2020. The building was officially raised 18 inches to create suitable ceiling heights for the ADUs and underwent various modifications to comply with building codes and regulations.

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Risk rating

How 511-513 Eureka 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
46thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1015 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
74%
No DBI
violation
26%
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 tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building permits (past 7 years)

Number of permits pulled at this address — construction or renovation activity over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 26%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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511-513 Eureka St event timeline

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2021
Plumbing Permit Feb 01
Work category: 2pa; install plumbiing fixtures for 511 eureka st #1 and #b.
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