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87 Homestead St

Noe Valley, SF 94114 6504022 2 units · 2 fl · 1966

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Noe Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

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

Rent & eviction protection

Is 87 Homestead 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 1966
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.

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 1966
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 built1966
Total area2,920 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6504022
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Lynch William John & Joseph 89 Homestead St San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 87 Homestead St in Noe Valley, owned by William J & Josephine A Lyn, is a 2-story flats and duplex structure built in 1966. The property has undergone several significant renovations over the past 30 years, including bathroom remodels in 2011 with comprehensive updates including new vanities, tile work, lighting, and plumbing fixtures, as well as a re-roofing project in 2018 costing $10,000. Historical records show earlier improvements were made in 1993 involving stucco and rot removal with insulation work, along with window replacements, while an earlier roof replacement was completed in 1999.

Recent activities at the property have primarily involved parking-related incidents, with multiple citations issued between 2022 and 2024 for driveway blocking and sidewalk parking, suggesting ongoing challenges with parking enforcement in the area. There is also one open incident from July 2024 regarding property damage related to tree maintenance (Urban Forestry). The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep, though the concentration of recent parking enforcement issues may be of note to potential residents. The property has maintained an active record of necessary improvements over the years, with all major renovations properly permitted and completed according to city records.

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Risk rating

How 87 Homestead 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
84thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 301 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
89%
No DBI
violation
11%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 11%
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

87 Homestead St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 22
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 29
Blocking driveway cite only

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