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526 Connecticut St

Potrero Hill, SF 94107 4099011 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

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 526 Connecticut 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 area1,365 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot4099011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
526 Connecticut St San Francisco CA 94107
Last sale
November 20, 2012

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Initial analysis

526 Connecticut Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in Potrero Hill, constructed in 1900. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past decade, with the most recent major renovations occurring in 2021 when both floors received bathroom and kitchen updates totaling $35,000, including plumbing work for a bathroom, washer/dryer, laundry sink, and shower pan installations. The building has seen substantial facade improvements, particularly in 2018 when $100,000 was invested in restoring Victorian features, including a new two-story bay window, wood decorative elements, and an entry canopy. Earlier maintenance records show proactive upkeep, including a complete re-roofing in 2014 ($12,880), dry rot repairs and siding replacement in 2013 ($8,950), and the installation of a new furnace and ductwork in 2012 ($6,000).

More recent developments at the property have primarily involved infrastructure upgrades, including the installation of a 2.805 kW solar PV system with 11 modules in 2014, and significant electrical system enhancements in 2021 including a service upgrade to 125 amps and the installation of two meters. The building has maintained a pattern of regular maintenance and modernization, with no recorded permit violations or major structural concerns. Recent 311 calls from 2024 have primarily concerned external issues including street cleaning and tree maintenance near the property, rather than building-specific problems. The property's historical improvements, including the restoration of Victorian features and installation of modern amenities, suggest ongoing investment in maintaining both historical character and modern functionality, with particular attention to preserving its architectural heritage through documented planning approvals and careful execution of facade improvements.

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Risk rating

How 526 Connecticut 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
55thpercentile

Out of 726 buildings in this neighborhood, 327 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
77%
No DBI
violation
23%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Neighborhood location

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 23%
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

526 Connecticut St event timeline

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

2021
Electrical Permit Sep 29
Address correction for ew202109218529, correct address 526 connecticut st 3rd fl & upgrade permit fees. remodel living rm extension, bathroom - add exhaust fan. (some fees paid under ew202109218529)
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Electrical PermitSep 29
Address correction for ew202109218530, correct address is 526 connecticut st 2nd fl. remodel: living room extension, bath, kitchen, upgrade service to 125amps, 2 meters. (fees paid under ew202109218530)

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