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161 Dolores St

Mission Dolores, SF 94103 3545032 5 units · 3 fl · 1914

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Mission Dolores — not a forecast
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 161 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 1914
2 or more units
5 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.

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
Floors3
Year built1914
Total area4,252 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3545032
Ownership

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

Mailing address
161 Dolores St Apt 5 San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale
October 05, 2017

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Initial analysis

161 Dolores Street is a three-story, five-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1914, currently owned by Jesse Charles Eva Battalino. The property has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, most notably the installation of five ductless heat pumps with associated electrical work completed in September 2024, representing a major upgrade to the building's heating system. The building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2015, which was classified as Tier 4 and received a Certificate of Final Completion (CFC) as part of the San Francisco Building Code requirements, enhancing the structure's seismic safety. Other recent improvements include window replacements in 2022 and the installation of new heating infrastructure.

The building has experienced some maintenance and habitability issues in the past, particularly regarding heating systems. A series of complaints in 2005 and 2002 documented problems with inconsistent or lack of heat during winter months, though these issues were subsequently addressed. The property underwent significant renovation work in 2005-2006, including kitchen remodels in multiple units and electrical upgrades. Several building violations were recorded in the early 2000s, primarily related to fire safety equipment and heating systems, though all were resolved. Recent 311 calls from 2023-2024 have primarily concerned external issues such as street cleaning and parking concerns, rather than building-specific problems. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep, with the most recent major systems upgrade (heat pumps) indicating ongoing investment in building improvements.

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Risk rating

How 161 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

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
42ndpercentile

Out of 799 buildings in this neighborhood, 463 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
62%
No DBI
violation
38%
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)

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Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 38%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

161 Dolores St event timeline

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

2026
Plumbing Permit Jun 15
Work category: 1p; earth quake shutt off valves
Issued
311 RequestMay 20
Other illegal parking

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