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527 Bryant St

South Beach, SF 94107 3776098 2 units · 2 fl · 1907

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 Beach
At or below average
avg 5.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the South Beach average of 5.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 527 Bryant 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
SLI
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1907
Total area3,750 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3776098
Ownership

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

Owner name
Chow Kenneth
Mailing address
527 Bryant St San Francisco CA 94107
Last sale
070615

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Initial analysis

The two-unit, 1907 mixed-use building at 527 Bryant Street in South Beach has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past several years, with the most recent work involving an August 2024 violation related to alarm system maintenance that was subsequently abated. The building has experienced two recent fire alarm violations in 2024 and 2021, indicating ongoing issues with the alarm system despite previous upgrades, including a 2017 installation of low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas and system modifications to meet fire department requirements. Major renovations completed between 2016-2021 include bathroom remodels, plumbing upgrades, electrical improvements including new panels and smoke detectors, and various fire safety enhancements, suggesting active maintenance and upgrading of building systems.

The property has a history of routine inspections between 2003-2019, with several identified issues during 2006-2008 that were all resolved by November 2010, including heating system requirements, fire extinguisher maintenance, and central alarm system problems. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 indicate some ongoing maintenance challenges in the vicinity, with multiple reports of garbage and debris issues, though these pertain primarily to street conditions rather than building-specific problems. The building has experienced various utility-related incidents including a sewage discharge in November 2024, though no civilian injuries have been reported in connection with these events. While the property's recent history shows substantial investment in building systems and prompt resolution of most identified issues, the recurring fire alarm system violations suggest this remains an area requiring continued attention.

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Risk rating

How 527 Bryant 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
44th percentile

Out of 25 buildings in this neighborhood, 14 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
78%
No DBI
violation
22%
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 73.7%
Moderate concern 22.5%
Severe concern 3.7%
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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The story over time

527 Bryant St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Aug 13
Municipal transportation agency
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