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101-119 Shotwell St

Inner Mission, SF 94103 3552042 15 units · 3 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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 Inner Mission — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.7
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Mission average of 2.7.

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 101-119 Shotwell 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 1900
2 or more units
15 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 1900
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
Units15
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area14,300 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3552042
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Carol M Ward Trustee 1340 Hidden River Way Reno NV 89523
Last sale

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Included addresses

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107 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
103 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
117 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
101 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
115 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
109 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
113 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
119 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
111 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
105 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

The 15-unit multi-family residential building at 101-119 Shotwell Street in San Francisco's Inner Mission district, owned by the Carol Ward Family Trust, has undergone significant seismic and infrastructure improvements since 2018. The 3-story structure, built in 1900, is currently non-compliant with the soft-story retrofit program (Tier 4) as of February 2023, though there have been multiple permit applications and work attempts related to this retrofitting. Recent activity includes two permits issued in April 2023 (one for $60,000), suggesting active work on these improvements. The building has also seen substantial modernization efforts, including a 2018 kitchen and bathroom renovation on the third floor ($50,000), accessibility upgrades, and the installation of new laundry facilities.

The property has experienced several maintenance and safety concerns over the years, most notably a cluster of building violations in late 2018 involving smoke alarm certification, drainage pipes, structural maintenance, and plumbing issues, though these were all abated by January 2019. Historical complaints from 2011-2014 documented various issues including electrical problems, water leaks, and interior maintenance needs. The building's fire safety systems have been inspected multiple times, with recent complaints in 2023 showing "No Merit" findings for alarm systems, sprinklers, and extinguishers. Recent maintenance work includes the scheduled renewal of permits for a new coin-operated washer/dryer installation and furnace replacement, both issued in July 2024. The property has experienced persistent issues with exterior maintenance in the surrounding area, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in recent months regarding sidewalk cleaning and waste management.

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Risk rating

How 101-119 Shotwell 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
4thpercentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 2285 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
18%
No DBI
violation
82%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 82%
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

101-119 Shotwell St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jun 07
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestJun 07
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