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2901-2929 16Th St

Inner Mission, SF 94103 3570001 73 units · 4 fl · 1914

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Mission
Above average
avg 2.6
19
FewerMore

This building has 19 novs (7y), above the Inner Mission average of 2.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2901-2929 16Th 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
73 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
CM
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
Units73
Floors4
Year built1914
Total area48,288 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3570001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
573 S Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
051820

Landlord portfolio

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Included addresses

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2929 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
2901 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
2919 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
2907 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
2909 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
2921 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
2925 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
2915 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
2905 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
2911 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

The 73-unit, 4-story apartment building at 2901-2929 16th Street in the Inner Mission, constructed in 1914 and currently owned by 16th/taylor Apts LLC, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety challenges in recent years. Most concerning are the three most recent building complaints from 2023-2024, which include a November 2023 incident reporting no heat and electrical issues (outlets, lighting), a December 2023 issue with an expired fire alarm control panel certification, and a January 2023 report describing sewage leaks and water damage in hallways. The building has also faced recurring fire safety violations, with multiple citations for alarm system maintenance issues from 2018 through 2024, blocked exits (most recently in November 2024), and sprinkler system violations (September 2023).

Recent building improvements include several renovation projects between 2018-2021, such as a major service area remodel in 2020 costing $83,300, the installation of a fire suppression system in 2019, and various electrical upgrades including panel replacements and relocations. However, there have been persistent issues with building systems, including multiple complaints about elevator service, boiler permit renewals, and various plumbing and electrical system concerns. The property has undergone significant tenant improvements, including the establishment of multiple commercial spaces (cafe/bakery and restaurant) in 2019, though these are separate from the residential units.

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Risk rating

How 2901-2929 16Th 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
0th percentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 2380 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
8%
No DBI
violation
92%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

Building size

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 2.5%
Moderate concern 71.2%
Severe concern 26.3%
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

2901-2929 16Th St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Jul 24
Ed 13-01. 100% affortable housing via mohcd. convert 3 (e) guest rooms into 3 adus.
$20,000 · Filed
311 RequestJul 13
Garbage and debris

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