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3334 Folsom St

Bernal Heights, SF 94110 5544008 2 units · 1 fl · 1907

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 Bernal Heights
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Bernal Heights average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 3334 Folsom 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 1907
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
Floors1
Year built1907
Total area1,464 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot5544008
Ownership

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

Owner name
Suzanne & Darragh Howard Re
Mailing address
Suzanne & Darragh Howard, T 3334 Folsom St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
091812

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Initial analysis

The property at 3334 Folsom Street in Bernal Heights is a 1-story, 2-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1907, currently owned by Suzanne & Darragh Howard Re. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects over the years, including a major structural update in 2001-2002 that addressed dry rot issues in multiple areas (corners, closet, and door sill) and replaced an unreinforced concrete slab with a reinforced one. Recent improvements include the installation of a solar PV system with battery backup in late 2024, indicating a commitment to sustainability. However, the property has also faced some concerning issues, including multiple building permits for unpermitted work, such as unauthorized bathroom remodeling in 2011 and fence modifications in 2014.

The building's maintenance history shows ongoing upkeep of both interior and exterior elements, with completed projects involving roof repairs, ceiling replacement, and various structural improvements between 1998 and 2009. A notable incident occurred in 2012 when a complaint was filed regarding an overcrowded Place of Assembly, but this was determined to have no merit. The property has had one significant violation regarding illegal short-term rentals in 2015, which was resolved through a notice of violation and removal of the listing, though with outstanding administrative penalties that could affect future property transactions and permits. Recent activity around the property (as of late 2024) has primarily involved park-related issues, including multiple park patrol calls and some structural maintenance concerns, though these appear to be related to the surrounding area rather than the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 3334 Folsom 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
89th percentile

Out of 1276 buildings in this neighborhood, 140 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
86%
No DBI
violation
14%
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

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 79.5%
Moderate concern 13.9%
Severe concern 6.6%
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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3334 Folsom St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 30
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement

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