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973 Market St

South of Market, SF 94103 3704069 69 units · 9 fl · 1904

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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 South of Market — not a forecast
Above average
avg 3.3
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above the South of Market average of 3.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 973 Market 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 1904
2 or more units
69 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
C3G
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 1904
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
Units69
Floors9
Year built1904
Total area39,339 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3704069
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Raintree Partners-jeffrey B 28202 Cabot Rd #300 Laguna Niguel CA 92677
Last sale
May 11, 2012

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Initial analysis

The 973 Market Street property is a 9-story, 69-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1904, currently owned by Raintree 973 Market Newco L. The building has undergone significant renovations since 2007, including a complete electrical retrofit of all units, installation of a new fire safety system, and conversion from commercial to residential use with ground floor retail space. Recent records from 2023-2024 show multiple fire code violations related to sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and sleeping area requirements, with the most recent building inspection completed in January 2024 focusing on sound levels in sleeping areas. A notable active violation from 2022 pertains to the Building Façade Inspection & Maintenance Program. The property has experienced various maintenance issues over the years, including problems with dryer ventilation systems in 2017, elevator inspection lapses in 2021, and brick deterioration on the Stevenson Street elevation that required repair in 2019.

The building's fire safety systems have been a recurring concern, with multiple violations documented between 2023 and 2024 related to sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and general fire code compliance. A recent fire violation from January 2025 lists multiple issues requiring correction, including problems with the alarm system, exit sign illumination, and fire command center features. The building has also faced security-related challenges, as evidenced by a 2023 complaint regarding lock changes affecting unit security. Recent 311 calls from January 2025 indicate ongoing issues with sidewalk cleanliness and encampments in the vicinity of the property, though these external factors are not directly related to the building's condition or management. The property's extensive renovation history includes major infrastructure upgrades such as new plumbing systems for all units, electrical panel installations, and various life safety improvements, though recent fire code violations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges in this area.

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Risk rating

How 973 Market 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
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Out of 430 buildings in this neighborhood, 421 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
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.

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 risk forecast
High failure risk 92%
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

973 Market St event timeline

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2026
Planning Record May 15
Public Records Request - 973 Market St
Closed - Informational
Fire ComplaintApr 29
Multiple Fire Code Violations

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