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614-616 Natoma St

South of Market, SF 94103 3727044 4 units · 4 fl · 1906

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 614-616 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 1906
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 1906
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
Floors4
Year built1906
Total area5,385 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3727044
Ownership

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

Mailing address
658 Ashland Ave Santa Monica CA 90405
Last sale
August 29, 2014

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616 Natoma St, San Francisco, CA 94103
614 Natoma St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Initial analysis

This four-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building located at 614-616 Natoma Street in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood was constructed in 1906 and is currently owned by 614 Natoma Street LLC. The building has undergone several notable maintenance and improvement projects over the years, including the installation of roof-top solar panels in 2014, sewer housetrap work in 2015, and various fire safety upgrades including sprinkler system and standpipe inspections in 2014. Several significant building violations were recorded in 2004 related to stair repairs and guardrail safety, while more recent concerns include a 2019 complaint about illegal units and a 2022 fire escape inspection that was found to have no merit. The property has faced multiple challenges regarding unauthorized short-term rentals, with records showing illegal hotel operation complaints in 1997 and multiple citations in 2020, though these appear to have been resolved with penalties pending.

Recent activity around the property has mostly involved exterior maintenance issues, with multiple 311 calls in 2024 reporting abandoned garbage, debris, and encampments in the vicinity. The building has had two documented fire-related incidents - a carbon monoxide detector activation with no CO found, and a lock-in situation, neither resulting in civilian injuries. Historical records show various renovations and compliance efforts, including kitchen appliance installations in 1998 and attempts to address fungus and rot issues on rear trim and landings in 2015, though this permit was ultimately cancelled. The building's safety systems have been regularly maintained, with records showing compliance with fire sprinkler and standpipe inspection requirements, though some permits related to these systems have expired and required reapplication.

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Risk rating

How 614-616 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
36thpercentile

Out of 430 buildings in this neighborhood, 275 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
56%
No DBI
violation
44%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 44%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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614-616 Natoma St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 15
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestMar 24
Garbage and debris

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