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153-155 Henry St

Duboce Triangle, SF 94114 3540045 2 units · 2 fl · 1904

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in 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 Duboce Triangle — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.3
8
FewerMore

This building has 8 novs (7y), above the Duboce Triangle average of 2.3.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 153-155 Henry 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 1904
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 1904
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 built1904
Total area2,667 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3540045
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
56 Loring Ave Mill Valley CA 94941
Last sale
March 19, 2019

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155 Henry St, San Francisco, CA 94114
153 Henry St, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 153-155 Henry Street in the Duboce Triangle neighborhood, owned by 153 Henry LLC, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1904. The property underwent significant maintenance and repairs in late 2018 following serious issues reported in November 2018, including mold, water damage, plumbing problems, and electrical concerns. These violations were addressed through various permits totaling approximately $3,500 for repairs to walls, ceilings, doors, and water-damaged trim, as well as crucial plumbing work including replacement of the cast iron sewer pipe and installation of a new house trap. A more substantial structural improvement was completed in 2003 with the construction of a concrete retaining wall for rear porches and stair support, costing $40,000. The building's electrical system received an upgrade in 2015 with the installation of a new 200-amp service.

The property has had several maintenance and infrastructure improvements over the years, including plumbing updates and electrical system upgrades. In July 2019, there was a tenant buyout at 155 Henry Street for $40,250 affecting two tenants. The building experienced various municipal services interactions between 2021 and 2024, primarily related to street cleaning, tree maintenance, and sidewalk issues in the surrounding area. While the most serious building violations from 2018 were abated by February 2019, including issues related to mold, water damage, and lead hazards, the property has maintained a pattern of addressing both building-specific and neighborhood maintenance issues through proper channels. The most recent repairs involved addressing damaged paint, walls, and various systems in response to official violations, demonstrating compliance with municipal requirements.

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Risk rating

How 153-155 Henry 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
65thpercentile

Out of 287 buildings in this neighborhood, 100 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
79%
No DBI
violation
21%
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.

Neighborhood location

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

Building age

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 21%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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