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691 Morse St

Croker Amazon, SF 94112 6475042 2 units · 2 fl · 1963

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Croker Amazon — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.9
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Croker Amazon average of 2.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 691 Morse 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 1963
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH1
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 1963
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 built1963
Total area2,542 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6475042
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Medina Baltazar Trustee 695 Morris St San Francisco CA 94112
Last sale
July 16, 1993

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Initial analysis

The two-unit, two-story building at 691 Morse Street in the Crocker Amazon neighborhood, owned by Baltazar Medina Irrevoc Lvg, has faced several significant challenges in recent years, particularly regarding safety and maintenance issues. Most notably, in early 2024, the building suffered fire damage to its siding that required a $60,000 repair project, which is currently in progress following a Notice of Violation. This was part of a pattern of concerning conditions, as there has been an active complaint since October 2022 regarding construction materials and safety hazards, including abandoned scaffolding that was reportedly used for a home intrusion. The property has also had recurring issues with water damage, including a $12,000 repair project in 2022 to address dry rot from leaking windows, and multiple violations of safety standards.

The building's maintenance history shows some attempts at modernization, with a 2013 electrical upgrade to 200 amps and the installation of solar panels, though these improvements were overshadowed by ongoing building concerns. A 2017 housing inspection revealed multiple problems including mold, pest issues, and non-functional appliances, which suggests persistent maintenance challenges. More recently, in 2024, there was a general hazardous materials complaint that was ultimately found to have no merit, though this adds to the building's pattern of regulatory scrutiny. The property is currently facing multiple active complaints and recent 311 calls related to garbage, debris, and encampment issues in the vicinity, indicating ongoing environmental and security challenges around the building's location.

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Risk rating

How 691 Morse 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
46thpercentile

Out of 119 buildings in this neighborhood, 64 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
70%
No DBI
violation
30%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 30%
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

691 Morse St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jan 10
Parking on sidewalk
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