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547-549 Natoma St

South of Market, SF 94103 3726045 6 units · 3 fl · 1910

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 South of Market
At or below average
avg 3.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the South of Market average of 3.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 547-549 Natoma 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 1910
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RED
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 1910
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1910
Total area5,195 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3726045
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Wells Fargo Bank, Na As Age Po Box 63939 San Francisco CA 94163
Last sale
020117

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Included addresses

All street addresses sharing this blocklot that are covered by this report.

547 Natoma St, San Francisco, CA 94103
52 Russ St, San Francisco, CA 94103
50 Russ St, San Francisco, CA 94103
549 Natoma St, San Francisco, CA 94103
48 Russ St, San Francisco, CA 94103
547 A Natoma St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

The three-story, 6-unit multi-family residential building at 547-549 Natoma Street in SoMa, built in 1910, has undergone significant improvements and faced various challenges over the years. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2014 at a cost of $45,000, bringing it into compliance with seismic safety requirements. Between July and September 2014, there were multiple substantial interior remodels totaling over $200,000, including kitchen and bathroom renovations, wall removals, and structural improvements such as new posts and footings in the basement. The building underwent comprehensive plumbing updates in 2014-2015, including sewer repairs, heater replacements, and multiple shower pan installations, along with electrical work during the same period.

The property has a history of building violations from January 2004, related to fire safety, sanitation, and structural issues, though these were abated by February 2005. More recent concerns include a fire sprinkler systems violation issued in July 2024 and several triple-1-1 calls regarding garbage, debris, and encampments in the vicinity during late 2024. The building has received routine housing inspections in 2004, 2007, 2008, and 2011, with all cases ultimately being resolved. While the property has faced various maintenance and safety challenges over its history, recent improvements suggest ongoing maintenance and upgrading of building systems, though the July 2024 fire sprinkler violation indicates some areas may still require attention.

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Risk rating

How 547-549 Natoma 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
86th percentile

Out of 430 buildings in this neighborhood, 60 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
84%
No DBI
violation
16%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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

Building age

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 48.7%
Moderate concern 29.0%
Severe concern 22.3%
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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547-549 Natoma St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 16
Garbage and debris
human waste or urine
311 RequestJul 04
Encampment

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