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950 Wisconsin St

Potrero Hill, SF 94107 4161020 2 units · 3 fl · 1987

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 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 950 Wisconsin 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 1987
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 1987
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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
Floors3
Year built1987
Total area4,660 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot4161020
Ownership

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

Mailing address
William F Owen Jr, Trustee 77 Van Ness Ave Ste 101 San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 950 Wisconsin Street in Potrero Hill, built in 1987 and currently owned by the William F Owen Jr Living Trust, has undergone significant recent improvements focusing on both maintenance and modernization. In 2023 alone, the property has seen substantial upgrades including window replacements (completed in March 2023), roof work (completed December 2023), and stucco repairs (June 2023). The building's HVAC system has received considerable attention, with two heat pump installations completed in August and September 2023, along with corresponding electrical work. A notable environmental upgrade was completed in October 2023 with the installation of a 7.055 kW solar panel system with batteries and a new subpanel.

The property has experienced some infrastructure challenges, as evidenced by recent 311 calls regarding sewer issues in November 2024, including flooding and a sewage back-up. Historical records show previous work on the property's sewer system in 2010, with a house trap installation and approximately 20 feet of sewer pipe replacement. The building's exterior has received consistent attention over the years, with major projects including retaining wall improvements in 2014 ($49,000 project) and various stucco and siding renovations. While there have been some maintenance-related noise complaints recorded in 2021, these appear to be related to standard home improvement activities. The most recent building complaint from March 2023 regarding construction tarps was promptly addressed within one day.

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Risk rating

How 950 Wisconsin 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
44thpercentile

Out of 726 buildings in this neighborhood, 407 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
73%
No DBI
violation
27%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 27%
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

950 Wisconsin St event timeline

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

2026
Electrical Permit Jul 13
Ev charger 240v-40a installation in the garage
Complete
Building PermitFeb 20
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#202306099645, all work is complete

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