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77-83 Colton St

South of Market, SF 94103 3505026 4 units · 2 fl · 1908

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 South of Market — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 3.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the South of Market average of 3.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 77-83 Colton 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 1908
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
CM
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 1908
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1908
Total area2,784 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3505026
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
3821 Cesar Chavez St San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale
May 10, 2002

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81 Colton St, San Francisco, CA 94103
83 Colton St, San Francisco, CA 94103
79 Colton St, San Francisco, CA 94103
77 Colton St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

The property at 77-83 Colton Street is a 2-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1908, currently owned by Wsf Properties LLC. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the past decade, including a complete reroofing project in 2021 costing $13,700, extensive kitchen and bathroom upgrades in 2014 (completed) valued at $114,000, and window replacements in 2015 ($12,000). Major plumbing work was performed in 2014-2015, including the replacement of tubs, fixtures, and water lines in three units, as well as a sewer line and housetrap replacement in 2009. The building has experienced recurring fire safety issues, with violations noted for blocked exits in 2023 and 2017, multiple fire code violations in 2024, and several fire complaints between 2011-2014. While most fire-related incidents have been non-destructive (including false alarms and incorrect calls), the property has demonstrated ongoing challenges with maintaining safety compliance.

Recent activity around the property has primarily involved numerous sanitation-related 311 calls in January 2025 regarding garbage and debris, including reports of human waste. The building's maintenance record shows regular attention to basic infrastructure, with electrical system upgrades, gas line installations, and various cosmetic improvements throughout the years. Historical inspection records from 2003, 2008, and 2011 show routine safety inspections have been conducted, though specific findings from these inspections are not detailed in the available data. The most recent known fire violation from March 2024 was issued regarding an alarm system maintenance issue at 53 Colton Street, which was subsequently abated. The pattern of improvements suggests ongoing investment in maintaining and upgrading the building, though the recurring fire safety violations indicate an area requiring continued attention.

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Risk rating

How 77-83 Colton 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
54thpercentile

Out of 430 buildings in this neighborhood, 198 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
73%
No DBI
violation
27%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

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 27%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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77-83 Colton St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 03
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Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 27
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