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465-469 Castro St

Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights, SF 94114 3582061 3 units · 3 fl · 1906

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 Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 465-469 Castro 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 1906
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
CASTRO
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 1906
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1906
Total area3,584 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3582061
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1560 Kingswood Dr Hillsborough CA 94010
Last sale
September 16, 1992

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469 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114
467 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114
465 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The property at 465-469 Castro Street is a three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1906, currently owned by the Sirhed Bassem R 2001 Trust. The building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past decade, with major work completed in 2012-2013 including comprehensive unit remodels, bathroom and kitchen upgrades, electrical system improvements, and the installation of new HVAC systems. Recent activity has centered around commercial space modifications, with businesses installing channel signs in 2019 and 2020, though there are current active complaints from 2023 regarding unpermitted sign installations for "tanglad". The building experienced some plumbing and mechanical issues in 2009-2010, including violations related to backflow preventers and water hammering noise, which were subsequently resolved.

Recent inspections and permits reveal ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges, including a 2020 fire safety violation regarding sprinkler services that was abated. The property has faced several tenant experience issues over its history, particularly during the 2008 period when construction activities caused noise disturbances, and there were ventilation and plumbing complaints regarding neighboring businesses. The most recent building complaints from 2023 remain active, relating to unpermitted modifications. The property's maintenance record shows regular inspections and repairs, with substantial investment in building systems and unit improvements during 2012-2013, including new water heaters, furnaces, electrical systems, and plumbing fixtures. The surrounding area has experienced various urban challenges as evidenced by recent 311 calls regarding garbage and debris in 2024, though these are external to the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 465-469 Castro 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
33rdpercentile

Out of 1278 buildings in this neighborhood, 856 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
66%
No DBI
violation
34%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 34%
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

465-469 Castro St event timeline

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2023
DBI Complaint Dec 07
Date last observed: 06-dec-23; identity of person performing the work: 202010307859 not done or inspe; exact location: main bldg; building type: commercial/business expired permits; work w/o permit;
Building Inspection Division
DBI ComplaintMar 03
Date last observed: 02-mar-23; identity of person performing the work: tanglad; exact location: main bldg; building type: commercial/business work w/o permit; ; additional information: business added sign without getting their permit. i do not think the structure the sign is on is permitted either.;

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