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879-881 Dolores St

Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights, SF 94110 3618023 3 units · 3 fl · 1949

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 879-881 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 1949
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
Floors3
Year built1949
Total area2,958 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3618023
Ownership

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

Owner name
Svetka Grskovic Trust
Mailing address
Svetka Grskovic Trustee 179 Duncan St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
030521

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879 A Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110
881 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110
879 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 879-881 Dolores Street, owned by the Svetka Grskovic Trust and constructed in 1949, has undergone several significant improvements and changes over the years, most notably the successful addition of a basement unit in 2008-2009, which was followed by comprehensive fire safety upgrades throughout the building. The property transitioned from two to three units with the basement conversion completed in 2009, including extensive improvements such as fire sprinkler installation, electrical upgrades, and new plumbing systems. A notable renovation of the first-floor unit was completed in 2020, which included kitchen and bathroom remodeling, laundry additions, and HVAC improvements. Most recently, in November 2024, a new fire alarm system upgrade was filed to enhance safety features, including monitoring capabilities and wireless sounders.

The building has experienced some maintenance and compliance issues, most notably a 2013 incident involving multiple housing violations related to smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, security features, and mold/mildew concerns, all of which were abated by December 2013. Additional historical issues included a complaint about construction hours in 2009 and a water-related incident in 2019. The property has maintained active compliance with safety requirements since the major 2008-2009 upgrades, including the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system, new electrical panel, and various unit improvements. Recent fire safety upgrades and the absence of active violations suggest ongoing attention to building maintenance and regulatory compliance, though prospective tenants should note the building's age and previous mold issues.

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Risk rating

How 879-881 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
52th percentile

Out of 1278 buildings in this neighborhood, 613 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
75%
No DBI
violation
25%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 74.2%
Moderate concern 18.9%
Severe concern 6.9%
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

879-881 Dolores St event timeline

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

2026
Electrical Permit May 11
Added fees for permit #e202605110873 fire alarm upgrade
Issued
Electrical PermitMay 11
Online electrical permit: 60 of buildings of 6 dwelling units or less. upgrade fire alarm to include low frequency sounders.

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