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994-996 Carolina St

Potrero Hill, SF 94107 4160017 2 units · 3 fl · 1912

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
0
FewerMore

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

Rent & eviction protection

Is 994-996 Carolina 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 1912
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors3
Year built1912
Total area2,844 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot4160017
Ownership

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

Owner name
Shiang Julia & Tsien Richar
Mailing address
29 Washington Sq W Apt 15a New York NY 10011
Last sale
112017

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994 Carolina St, San Francisco, CA 94107
996 Carolina St, San Francisco, CA 94107
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Initial analysis

Located in Potrero Hill, the 994-996 Carolina Street property is a three-story, multi-family residential building constructed in 1912, featuring two units and classified as a flats/duplex building. The structure has undergone several significant improvements over the past decade, with substantial renovation work performed in 2017 including a complete roof replacement ($12,500) and the installation of new siding and nine windows on the south side ($20,000). Additional upgrades between 2010-2011 focused on interior improvements, including bathroom remodels, electrical upgrades, and plumbing work, with particular attention to modernizing fixtures and complying with current building codes (e.g., GFCI receptacles installation).

The property has experienced various maintenance and parking-related issues in recent years, as documented by 311 calls. Most notably, there are recurring concerns about parking violations, with multiple incidents of vehicles blocking driveways and parking on sidewalks reported between 2023-2025. There have been several reports of garbage and debris issues in 2024, though most were resolved promptly. Infrastructure concerns include two reported curb defects from May 2023 that remain open as of October 2023. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep and modernization efforts, with no recorded tenant buyouts or significant safety violations on file. The most recent documented work includes environmental services addressing street cleaning needs, suggesting ongoing attention to building surroundings.

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Risk rating

How 994-996 Carolina 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
11th percentile

Out of 726 buildings in this neighborhood, 646 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
50%
No DBI
violation
50%
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.

Neighborhood location

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

Neighborhood location

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

Building age

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 44.6%
Moderate concern 48.0%
Severe concern 7.5%
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

994-996 Carolina St event timeline

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

2026
Planning Record Mar 31
Rear and upward expansion of existing two-dwelling three story residential building. New bay windows on south facade. Excavation of basement floor for increased storage. New retaining walls, fences and deck in backyard. New driveway, curb cut, and garage in existing side yard space. Interior partition changes on all floors. Updates in power and lighting throughout.
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Planning ProjectMar 26
Rear and vertical expansion of existing two-dwelling three story residential building. New bay windows on south facade. Excavation of basement floor for increased storage. New retaining walls, fences and deck in backyard. New driveway, curb cut, and garage in existing side yard space. Interior partition changes on all floors. Updates in power and lighting throughout.

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