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870 Hampshire St

Inner Mission, SF 94110 4088011 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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 Inner Mission — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Mission average of 2.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 870 Hampshire 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
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 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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area1,552 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot4088011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
3145 Geary Blvd Ste 125 San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale

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Initial analysis

870 Hampshire Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1900 in San Francisco's Inner Mission neighborhood. The property, currently owned by the Carol Wlock Revocable Living Trust, has experienced several significant events in recent years, most notably a serious building fire in October 2023 that resulted in substantial damage requiring extensive restoration work. As of 2024, ongoing rehabilitation efforts include structural work to address foundation voids, complete interior restoration, and comprehensive electrical and plumbing system upgrades. The electrical upgrades involve installation of new wiring, panels, and circuits throughout both units, while plumbing improvements include bathroom and kitchen renovations, gas pipe replacement, and new shower installations. A concerning incident occurred in April 2024 involving improper asbestos handling and inadequate site security during the restoration process, though this violation was abated within four days.

Historical records show previous maintenance and renovation work, including back stairs repair in 2002, sewer line installation in 2008, and electrical rewiring in 2016. A notable property dispute was documented in 2017 regarding an allegedly unauthorized stairwell structure that reportedly encroached on a neighboring property and hindered access for building maintenance, though the resolution of this matter is not recorded. The property has generated multiple 311 calls in recent years, primarily related to street cleaning and garbage issues in the vicinity, with the most recent concerns being reported in late 2024. While these external maintenance issues do not directly impact the building's habitability, they indicate ongoing neighborhood challenges. The building's recent fire damage and subsequent restoration work represent the most significant recent changes to the property, with substantial investment (over $190,000) in restoring the duplex following the incident, along with ongoing structural and systems improvements as of late 2024.

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Risk rating

How 870 Hampshire 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
69thpercentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 738 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
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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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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Neighborhood location

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 24%
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

870 Hampshire St event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Nov 05
Structural submission addressing foundation void discovered on site subsequent to initial bldg pa# 202310108340. revision to pa# 202310108340
$1 · Issued
Electrical PermitJun 27
(1) temp power pole at 100 amps. power pole

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