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241-251 Dolores St

Mission Dolores, SF 94103 3556032 6 units · 3 fl · 1909

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 Mission Dolores — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.9
9
FewerMore

This building has 9 novs (7y), above the Mission Dolores average of 2.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 241-251 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 1909
2 or more units
6 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 1909
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1909
Total area9,192 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3556032
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Levine Ronald D Trustee 512 Fifth Ave San Rafael CA 94901
Last sale

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241 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94103
251 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94103
245 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94103
243 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94103
249 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94103
247 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 241-251 Dolores Street, constructed in 1909, contains 6 units and is currently owned by the Ronald D Levine 2017 Trust. The property has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, including multiple kitchen and bathroom remodels in 2016 and 2018, with associated electrical and plumbing upgrades totaling over $100,000 in permitted work. Recent complaints from 2022-2023 have raised recurring concerns about stairway lighting and emergency exit illumination, with the most recent complaint in September 2023 citing inconsistent lighting after dark. There appears to be an ongoing issue regarding unauthorized use of the rear area for parking, with a planning complaint submitted in mid-2023. The building has experienced several maintenance and safety violations since 2014, including interior surface issues, water damage, and lead paint concerns, though many of these were officially abated by August 2021. The property has also faced challenges with graffiti, sidewalk cleanliness, and various external maintenance matters, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls throughout 2023. While significant improvements have been made to the building's systems and living spaces, the recurring safety concerns about lighting and the unresolved parking usage question suggest ongoing management challenges.

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Risk rating

How 241-251 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
5thpercentile

Out of 799 buildings in this neighborhood, 759 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

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building size

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

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

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

241-251 Dolores St event timeline

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

2026
Planning Project Apr 13
New 4 story over basement 8 unit building. New detached state law ADU. Modify existing building for access to new buildings.
On Hold
311 RequestJan 21
Garbage and debris

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