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181 Lucky St

Inner Mission, SF 94110 6524018 4 units · 3 fl · 1900

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Inner Mission — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.7
9
FewerMore

This building has 9 novs (7y), above the Inner Mission average of 2.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 181 Lucky 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 1900
2 or more units
4 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 1900
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
Units4
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area3,540 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6524018
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
485 35th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
January 04, 2013

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Included addresses

All street addresses sharing this blocklot that are covered by this report.

181 Lucky St, San Francisco, CA 94110
1282 Treat Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
1284 Treat Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
1280 Treat Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The 4-unit multi-family residential building at 181 Lucky Street in San Francisco's Inner Mission neighborhood has a complex maintenance and compliance history since its construction in 1900. Most recently, in 2023, the building addressed significant water damage and mold issues with a bathroom remodel costing approximately $20,000, including both plumbing and electrical work, which was completed successfully. The property has undergone multiple renovation projects over the past decade, including comprehensive bathroom remodels in 2015 ($20,000), kitchen improvements on the second floor, and window replacements to comply with various violations. Historical records show recurring issues with the building's stairways, with repairs documented in 2003, 2004, and 2012, suggesting ongoing structural maintenance challenges.

The building has experienced several notable compliance issues over the years, with the most recent violations in early 2023 related to interior surface problems including mold/mildew, floor covering issues, water damage, and plumbing concerns. These violations were ultimately addressed through the bathroom renovation completed in March 2023. Previous building violations from 2003 highlighted concerns with egress obstruction, stair repairs, and fire extinguisher maintenance, though these were resolved by March 2004. The property's maintenance history also shows several instances of unauthorized work and permit violations, including an asbestos-related complaint in 2015 and unpermitted gas line modifications in 2022. While the building has undergone various improvements and repairs, the pattern of violations and complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly with water-related issues and building access elements.

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Risk rating

How 181 Lucky 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
36thpercentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 1523 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
57%
No DBI
violation
43%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 43%
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

181 Lucky St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jul 13
Garbage and debris
electronics
311 RequestJun 16
Garbage and debris

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