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495 Mississippi St

Potrero Hill, SF 94107 4064015 2 units · 2 fl · 1928

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 Potrero Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Potrero Hill average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 495 Mississippi 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 1928
2 or more units
2 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 1928
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 built1928
Total area2,416 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot4064015
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
495 Mississippi St San Francisco CA 94107
Last sale

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Initial analysis

Located in San Francisco's Potrero Hill neighborhood, this two-unit multi-family residential building at 495 Mississippi Street was constructed in 1928 and is owned by Jose Murillo. The two-story building has undergone several modifications and faced various maintenance issues over the years. Notable historical improvements include a completed reroofing project in 1991 and the removal of a satellite dish from the roof that same year, while a proposed deck replacement project in 2008 was ultimately cancelled. In 2005, there was an attempt to upgrade the electrical system with an underground conversion project that ultimately expired without completion.

The property has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with a particularly concerning sewage backup incident from the side sewer vent in November 2024. There are multiple recorded instances of graffiti (2020, 2023) and sidewalk-related problems, including an open case from July 2021 regarding a lifted sidewalk condition. The area has faced various cleanliness challenges, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls for garbage and debris, though these were generally resolved by city services. Additional historical records show a mix of vehicle-related and street maintenance issues, including a parking violation on the sidewalk in 2018 and an abandoned vehicle report in October 2023. While most historical issues have been resolved, the building's recent history shows some ongoing maintenance and safety challenges that could impact resident experience.

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Risk rating

How 495 Mississippi 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
73rdpercentile

Out of 726 buildings in this neighborhood, 196 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
82%
No DBI
violation
18%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 18%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

495 Mississippi St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Apr 02
Garbage and debris
other loose garbage debris yard waste
311 RequestMar 31
Garbage and debris

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