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651-653 Natoma St

South of Market, SF 94103 3727031 2 units · 2 fl · 1907

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

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 651-653 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 1907
2 or more units
2 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 1907
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1907
Total area2,160 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3727031
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
809 Shrader St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
November 03, 1994

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651 Natoma St, San Francisco, CA 94103
653 Natoma St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 651-653 Natoma Street in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1907, currently owned by Robert W. Page Jr. The property has a documented history of renovations and permit violations, most notably in 2009 when unpermitted work was performed related to an instant hot water unit installation, electrical wiring, and exterior lighting, which led to multiple notices of violation. This resulted in subsequent permits being obtained to complete kitchen and bathroom remodels, including new fixtures, cabinets, tiles, and a switch to a tankless hot water heater, with final compliance achieved in 2012. The building has undergone several significant improvements over the years, including a complete reroofing project in 2007 costing $4,853, and various plumbing and electrical upgrades. More recent maintenance issues include a missing side sewer vent cover reported in May 2023 (currently open as of the latest data) and multiple reports of human or animal waste on nearby streets between 2022-2023. While the building has experienced some violations and maintenance challenges, particularly related to the 2009 unauthorized renovations, many of these issues have been addressed through subsequent permitting and inspections, with documented corrections made to the electrical system and plumbing infrastructure. The most recent building-related concerns appear to be primarily maintenance and environmental health issues rather than structural or safety violations.

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Risk rating

How 651-653 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

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
86thpercentile

Out of 430 buildings in this neighborhood, 60 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
84%
No DBI
violation
16%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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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.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 16%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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651-653 Natoma St event timeline

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2024
311 Request Oct 22
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestOct 03
Garbage and debris

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