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780-782 Dolores St

Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights, SF 94110 3606011 3 units · 4 fl · 1901

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights
At or below average
avg 1.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights average of 1.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 780-782 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 1901
2 or more units
3 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.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors4
Year built1901
Total area3,095 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3606011
Ownership

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

Owner name
James M Emery Revoc Trust
Mailing address
780 Dolores St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
080310

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782 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110
780 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The property at 780-782 Dolores Street is a four-story, three-unit multi-family residential building located in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood, built in 1901 and currently owned by the James M Emery Revocable Trust. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the past decade, with the most recent being a back deck repair completed in December 2024 at a cost of $16,000. Major infrastructure upgrades include a comprehensive window replacement project in 2018-2021 (approximately $18,200 total), bathroom remodels in 2010 and 2021 (approximately $39,000 total), and electrical system improvements including a complete ground floor rewiring and second floor kitchen rewiring in 2007. The building experienced repeated sewer issues in early 2022, with three separate sewage backup incidents reported in February 2022, though this was preceded by a major sewer main replacement in 2011. A notable complaint was filed in February 2011 regarding unauthorized excavation work and resulting safety hazards, though this complaint was eventually closed.

The property has maintained regular upkeep of essential systems, including the installation of three 92% efficient furnaces and water heater venting in 2007, and multiple bathroom and kitchen renovations throughout the years. Recent maintenance has focused on exterior improvements, including deck repairs and window replacements to enhance energy efficiency and aesthetics. While there have been recurring sewer issues, these appear to have been addressed through both repair work and system upgrades. The building's maintenance history shows consistent investment in both cosmetic and structural improvements, with most recent work focusing on preserving and upgrading existing elements rather than major structural changes. The property has experienced typical urban maintenance issues, including sidewalk concerns and utility work, which have mostly been resolved through appropriate channels.

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Risk rating

How 780-782 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

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
56th percentile

Out of 1278 buildings in this neighborhood, 562 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
78%
No DBI
violation
22%
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.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Building age

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

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 56.0%
Moderate concern 26.6%
Severe concern 17.5%
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

780-782 Dolores St event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit Feb 21
Replace siding approx 100sqft from the upper part of south side lightwell., replace trim as needed. replace it linear feet of gutter and downspout, replace 3 double hung windows. work not visible from the street.
$28,000 · Complete

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