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1353-1357 Stevenson St

South of Market, SF 94103 3513047 7 units · 4 fl · 1907

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over 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 South of Market — not a forecast
Above average
avg 3.3
15
FewerMore

This building has 15 novs (7y), above the South of Market average of 3.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1353-1357 Stevenson 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 1907
2 or more units
7 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 1907
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
Units7
Floors4
Year built1907
Total area4,882 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3513047
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2301 Mission St Ste 301 San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
July 30, 2020

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1355 Stevenson St, San Francisco, CA 94103
1353 Stevenson St, San Francisco, CA 94103
1357 Stevenson St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

The 4-story multi-family residential building at 1353-1357 Stevenson Street, constructed in 1907 and managed by Meda Small Properties LLC, contains 7 units and has undergone significant recent improvements. In 2019, the property completed mandatory soft-story retrofit work (tier 4) to improve seismic safety, along with substantial fire safety upgrades, including the installation of a new sprinkler system, fire alarm system modifications, and low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to meet current building codes. The building underwent legalizations of additional structures during this period, including a ground floor unit. More recent issues include multiple complaints in 2022 regarding hot water availability and general maintenance concerns, though these appear to have been resolved by August 2022. A notable recent issue occurred in October 2023 involving electrical system concerns related to a newly installed laundry facility, with reports indicating improper electrical infrastructure that required attention from an independent electrician.

The building's maintenance history shows a mix of completed upgrades and some past compliance issues. In 2022, there were violations regarding hot water temperature controls and general maintenance, though these were abated. The property underwent various infrastructure improvements between 2017-2022, including sewer line replacement and waste stack replacements. Recent 311 calls from 2024 primarily relate to exterior maintenance matters such as garbage removal and graffiti. The building underwent tenant buyouts in 2018, with three separate buyouts totaling over $120,000. The property's history suggests active management with ongoing maintenance and upgrades, though the recent electrical concerns indicate potential issues with building systems infrastructure that may require further attention.

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Risk rating

How 1353-1357 Stevenson 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
10thpercentile

Out of 430 buildings in this neighborhood, 387 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
16%
No DBI
violation
84%
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.

Director's hearings (past 7 years)

Director's hearings are escalated enforcement actions for buildings that haven't resolved violations — a serious signal.

Number of units

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 84%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1353-1357 Stevenson St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 03
Large vehicle
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestJul 03
Encampment

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