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1106-1108 Potrero Ave

Inner Mission, SF 94110 4211002 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Mission
Above average
avg 2.6
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Inner Mission average of 2.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1106-1108 Potrero Ave 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
RH3
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
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,486 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot4211002
Ownership

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

Owner name
Goto Kenichiro
Mailing address
1108 Potrero Ave San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
100115

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1106 Potrero Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
1108 Potrero Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The property at 1106-1108 Potrero Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in the Inner Mission, currently owned by Kenichiro Goto and built in 1900. The building experienced a significant fire incident in 2014 that required substantial repairs, including fire damage remediation and interior remodeling of all three units (Unit 1106A, 1106B, and 1108), totaling approximately $125,000. This incident also necessitated comprehensive electrical rewiring and plumbing updates throughout the building, with new installations including plugs, lighting, switches, and kitchen appliances. Prior to the fire, the building had recurring issues with exterior safety features, particularly the rear staircase, which underwent multiple repairs and upgrades between 2003 and 2014 to address safety violations. These included dry rot repairs, compliance with notice of violation requirements, and a $3,000 repair project in 2013.

The building's maintenance history shows appropriate attention to major systems, including gas line relocation work in 2017, sewer line replacement in 2010, and heating system upgrades in 1995. However, there is currently an active complaint (filed in December 2024) regarding lead paint hazards, with associated violations for peeling paint and lead hazard warnings. The property has experienced periods of vacancy and deterioration, particularly in mid-2014 when it was reported as a boarded-up dwelling with security concerns. Multiple 311 calls in 2024 indicate ongoing maintenance issues, particularly related to graffiti and public works concerns, while a motor vehicle/pedestrian incident occurred near the property. The building's recent history requires attention to address the current lead paint violations, and there may be questions about the current unit configuration, as historical records show discrepancies between the permitted and actual number of units.

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Risk rating

How 1106-1108 Potrero Ave'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
39th percentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 1452 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
59%
No DBI
violation
41%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 59.2%
Moderate concern 34.6%
Severe concern 6.2%
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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1106-1108 Potrero Ave event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Dec 30
Offensive
pole
311 RequestDec 23
Light

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