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587-591 Vermont St

Potrero Hill, SF 94107 4010005 3 units · 3 fl · 1900

This building has significantly more problems than most nearby buildings. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Potrero Hill
At or below average
avg 1.1
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Potrero Hill average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 587-591 Vermont 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 1900
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1900
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area4,540 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot4010005
Ownership

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

Mailing address
575 Lincoln Ave Palo Alto CA 94301
Last sale
022221

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591 Vermont St, San Francisco, CA 94107
587 Vermont St, San Francisco, CA 94107
589 Vermont St, San Francisco, CA 94107
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story residential building at 587-591 Vermont Street in Potrero Hill, constructed in 1900 and currently owned by the Parr/Carr Family Trust, has experienced several significant safety and code compliance issues over recent years. Most notably, in mid-2023, there were multiple complaints (June-July) regarding unauthorized and potentially unsafe structural and foundation work in the garage area and main building, despite indications of prior permit applications stating no structural work was to be done. These structural concerns prompted the issuance of two building permits in late 2023 for voluntary structural strengthening work, including the addition of shear walls, new post footings, and reinforcement of existing structures. A prior violation from 2019 involved an improperly installed and disconnected flue system that was deemed unsafe, affecting two water heaters and a furnace.

The building's permit history shows a total of six permits issued in the past seven years, with construction costs totaling $46,000. More recently, there was a confirmed hazardous condition reported to the fire department in March 2023, though no civilian injuries or fatalities were recorded. The property has also generated 27 311 service requests in the past seven years, with the most recent activities in 2026 primarily relating to parking enforcement matters. While some of these issues have been addressed through proper permitting and abatement processes, the pattern of recent complaints regarding unauthorized structural work suggests ongoing challenges with code compliance and resident safety.

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Risk rating

How 587-591 Vermont 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
14th percentile

Out of 726 buildings in this neighborhood, 624 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
53%
No DBI
violation
47%
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 location

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Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 52.2%
Moderate concern 40.1%
Severe concern 7.7%
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

587-591 Vermont St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jul 29
Blocking driveway cite tow
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 27
Blocking driveway cite only

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