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198 Dolores St

Mission Dolores, SF 94103 3544014 6 units · 2 fl · 1962

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Mission Dolores
At or below average
avg 2.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Mission Dolores average of 2.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 198 Dolores 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 1962
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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.

Building characteristics
Units6
Floors2
Year built1962
Total area3,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3544014
Ownership

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

Owner name
Marzetti Juan Pablo
Mailing address
198 Dolores St Apt 6 San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale
040821

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Initial analysis

198 Dolores Street is a two-story, six-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1962, currently owned by Juan Pablo Marzetti. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, with the most recent being a fire alarm system upgrade in September 2023 that included the installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to enhance safety compliance. Notable past improvements include a comprehensive soft-story retrofit completed in 2017 (Tier 3, CFC issued), window replacements in 2021 valued at $45,000, and a substantial unit #6 renovation in 2020 that included kitchen and bathroom remodeling at a cost of $28,000.

The building has a documented history of addressing safety and maintenance issues, particularly regarding fire safety systems. In 2018, the property received fire safety violations related to extinguishers and sprinkler systems, which were promptly corrected. A significant fire incident occurred in 2005, when damage was sustained from a neighboring building fire, leading to extensive repairs including electrical system upgrades and new fire safety installations. The building has experienced periodic alarm system issues, with three false alarms recorded, though no civilian injuries have ever been reported. Recent maintenance records show attention to both structural and safety improvements, including a pending 2025 electrical panel upgrade to a 200-amp circuit breaker system to meet insurance requirements. The property has also faced some exterior maintenance challenges, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in January 2025 regarding graffiti and garbage issues near the property, though these primarily affected public infrastructure rather than the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 198 Dolores 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
74th percentile

Out of 799 buildings in this neighborhood, 208 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
77%
No DBI
violation
23%
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 severity forecast
No violation 71.1%
Moderate concern 10.1%
Severe concern 18.8%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

198 Dolores St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jun 05
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestMay 03
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