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517-519 Minna St

South of Market, SF 94103 3726096 4 units · 3 fl · 1912

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 South of Market — not a forecast
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 517-519 Minna 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 1912
2 or more units
4 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 1912
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
Units4
Floors3
Year built1912
Total area3,180 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3726096
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
2815 Van Ness Ave Apt 9 San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
—

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517 Minna St, San Francisco, CA 94103
519 Minna St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

The 4-unit, 2-story apartment building at 517-519 Minna Street in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood, owned by Esther T Li, was constructed in 1912 and has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. The most pressing concern is a current open noise complaint filed on July 6, 2024, which remains unresolved. Throughout 2024, there have been multiple reports of garbage and debris issues, including a case of human waste or urine on the street that was eventually resolved. Three incidents of graffiti targeting the commercial portion of the building were reported in November 2024, though these were resolved. The building's maintenance history reveals significant past violations, particularly regarding a problematic rear exit stairway system in 2009-2010, which was found to have numerous safety deficiencies including missing hardware, improper supports, and inadequate railings. These violations were eventually addressed through several permits totaling $8,000 for stair replacement work.

The property has undergone various works over the years, including a kitchen remodel in 1985 and some form of rear stairs work in 2010. In April 2022, a complaint was filed regarding a large hole in the garage ceiling and potential dry rot issues, though this was marked as not active. Historical records from 2007 show multiple fire safety violations including egress obstructions, missing fire extinguishers, and general maintenance issues, which were all abated by 2010. More recent complaints indicate ongoing issues with the building's exterior maintenance and fire safety equipment, though these problems appear to be primarily related to building exterior rather than interior unit conditions. The building's permit history includes several social services requests, including a street space permit issued in 2015. While the property has experienced periodic maintenance issues and safety violations, recent records suggest that most major historical compliance issues have been resolved, though some recent complaints indicate possible ongoing maintenance concerns.

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Risk rating

How 517-519 Minna 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
37thpercentile

Out of 430 buildings in this neighborhood, 271 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
57%
No DBI
violation
43%
DBI violation
likely
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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Number of units

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 43%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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517-519 Minna St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 19
Parking on sidewalk
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311 RequestJun 12
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