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29-31 Rausch St

South of Market, SF 94103 3730085 4 units · 4 fl · 1907

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 29-31 Rausch 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
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 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
Units4
Floors4
Year built1907
Total area6,007 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3730085
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Wanda Pan 320 Swift Ave South San Francisco CA 94080
Last sale
May 25, 1988

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Included addresses

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31 A Rausch St, San Francisco, CA 94103
31 Rausch St, San Francisco, CA 94103
29 Rausch St, San Francisco, CA 94103
29 A Rausch St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Augrented Insights
Initial analysis

The four-story multi-family residential building at 29-31 Rausch Street, constructed in 1907 and currently owned by Pan Chenglu, Susan H.Y., and Wanda H., has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past decade. Most notably, the building underwent substantial unit upgrades in 2020-2021, including a comprehensive third-floor renovation of Unit 29 that encompassed kitchen reconfiguration, bathroom remodeling, and water heater improvements, with a documented cost of $100,000. The property has received particular attention to safety systems, with the installation of a new fire sprinkler system (NFPA 13R) in 2017 costing $15,000, followed by a fire alarm communication unit installation in 2018 ($3,600). Important infrastructure improvements have included plumbing and electrical upgrades throughout the building, with multiple permits showing comprehensive work on kitchens, bathrooms, and heating systems across units.

The building has faced several regulatory challenges, including a 2017 violation related to unauthorized construction work in the basement that resulted in a special inspection fee. Historical violations from 2004-2011 concerned various issues such as structural hazards, stair repairs, and handrail requirements, though all were abated. Recent activity at the property has primarily involved external maintenance issues, with multiple 311 calls in late 2024 regarding blocked sidewalks by scooters and reports of debris. The building's most recent documented incident was a smoke detector activation with no actual fire involved. The property has maintained active compliance with building codes following the resolution of past violations, with no active violations currently on record.

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Risk rating

How 29-31 Rausch 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
47thpercentile

Out of 430 buildings in this neighborhood, 228 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
67%
No DBI
violation
33%
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
Moderate failure risk 33%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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29-31 Rausch St event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2021
Plumbing Permit Apr 19
Work category: 2pa; 3rd floor #29 rausch; remodel kitchen and 2 full bathrooms. install shower pan in bathrooms. replace and relocate (e) water heater with tank-less wh.
Complete
Electrical PermitApr 19
3rd floor #29; remodel kitchen and 2 full bathroom. replace sub-panel. replace (e) waterheater with tankless wh.

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