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177 Capp St

Inner Mission, SF 94110 3570042 15 units · 3 fl · 1908

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
At or below average
avg 2.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Mission average of 2.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 177 Capp 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 1908
2 or more units
15 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.

Building characteristics
Units15
Floors3
Year built1908
Total area9,434 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3570042
Ownership

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

Owner name
Figueroa Rafael
Mailing address
177 Capp St Apt 14 San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
042701

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Initial analysis

177 Capp Street is a 15-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1908 and currently owned by Rafael Figueroa. The property has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance work over the years, with the most recent being an $30,000 siding improvement project scheduled for late 2024. In 2016, voluntary seismic improvements were completed, though these did not comply with building code requirements. The building has faced multiple challenges regarding its fire safety systems, with violations noted in 2020 (alarm systems), 2017 (sprinkler systems), and 2017 (multiple fire code violations), though most have been corrected. A notable cluster of building violations occurred in 2011, involving various issues including stair repairs, structural maintenance, handrail installation, water heater compliance, and smoke enclosure door repairs, all of which were abated by March 28, 2011.

The building's maintenance history shows ongoing attention to structural and safety concerns, including temporary shoring in 2005, roof replacement in 2000, and various repairs to decks, stairs, and siding. Fire safety equipment has received regular attention, with violations corrected in a timely manner, though a 2015 complaint regarding a non-compliant grey water system remains active. Recent fire incidents have been minor, primarily involving elevator rescues and a contained cooking fire, with no civilian injuries reported. The property has experienced periodic issues with its fire safety systems, including sprinkler and alarm system violations, though these have generally been addressed promptly. Recent 311 calls from early 2025 have primarily concerned external garbage and debris issues near the property, which were mostly resolved by city services.

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Risk rating

How 177 Capp 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
8th percentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 2190 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
23%
No DBI
violation
77%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 12.3%
Moderate concern 24.7%
Severe concern 63.0%
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

177 Capp St event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint Apr 22
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems
No Merit

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