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162-164 Randall St

Glen Park, SF 94131 6655028 2 units · 4 fl

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 Glen Park — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Glen Park average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 162-164 Randall 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 unknown
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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
Unknown
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Coverage unclear. AB 1482 turns on the certificate-of-occupancy date and property type — confirm the year the building was completed.

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
Floors4
Year built
Total area3,654 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6655028
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Po Box 2548 San Francisco CA 94126
Last sale
February 06, 2015

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162 Randall St, San Francisco, CA 94131
164 Randall St, San Francisco, CA 94131
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Initial analysis

The 162-164 Randall Street property in Glen Park is a 4-story multi-family residential building owned by Benson Cross LLC, containing 2 units. The building underwent significant renovations starting in 2013-2014, with multiple major improvement projects totaling over $2 million. These included interior remodeling of both units, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, new utilities installations (radiant heat, combi boiler, and a complete electrical system upgrade), and the controversial removal of a rear balcony. The property has undergone extensive plumbing work, with recent installations in 2024 including shower pans for three bathrooms and radiant heat systems. While the building has seen regular maintenance, including the recent replacement of its solar PV system in 2023, there are notable past issues that were resolved through proper channels.

The property has a history of violations and enforcement actions from 2012-2014, including concerns about unpermitted construction, unauthorized unit modifications, and grading violations. These issues were ultimately resolved, with one significant violation related to unpermitted fill accumulation against a neighboring fence being abated in May 2014. More recently, there have been several sewer-related incidents reported through 311 calls, particularly in 2022, suggesting potential ongoing infrastructure challenges. The building's maintenance record shows regular updates and repairs, with the most recent permits focusing on finalizing previously permitted work and addressing inspection requirements.

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Risk rating

How 162-164 Randall 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
65thpercentile

Out of 364 buildings in this neighborhood, 127 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
85%
No DBI
violation
15%
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

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Number of floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 15%
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

162-164 Randall St event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Sep 23
Revision to permit 202209122271 to update required special inspections, removing special inspection on 6 and 18 bc as they are not required.
$1 · Complete
Plumbing PermitAug 06
Shower pan install for 3 bathrooms.

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