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828-832 Filbert St

Russian Hill, SF 94133 0091011 3 units · 3 fl · 1907

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 Russian Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.9
25
FewerMore

This building has 25 novs (7y), above the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 828-832 Filbert 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
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1907
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1907
Total area4,302 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0091011
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
300 Baltic Circle #320 Redwood City CA 94065
Last sale
June 09, 1999

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832 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94133
830 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94133
828 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 828-832 Filbert Street in Russian Hill was built in 1907 and is currently owned by Tam Mimi. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and repair projects over the past two decades, most notably in 2017 when a rear stair replacement project was completed at a cost of $30,000, along with related work totaling $2,000. There was a period of concerning compliance issues between 2002 and 2012 regarding an unpermitted roof deck installation, which led to multiple violations and abatement proceedings. More recent history shows attention to building maintenance in 2019-2021, including street space permits and completion of earlier-permitted work, though there have been some concerning complaints, including a December 2022 report of no heat and deteriorated electrical equipment, and a 2021 complaint about extended scaffolding presence.

The building has experienced recurring issues with exterior maintenance and safety concerns, particularly regarding lead paint hazards (2013), weatherproofing on siding (2013), and safety concerns about tall wooden plants on the roof (2006). Two recent incidents in 2024 involved reports of furniture debris on the property, though these were related to street cleaning rather than the building itself. The property has a history of parking enforcement issues, with several complaints about blocked driveways being resolved through citations. While there have been three fire incidents recorded at or near the address, none resulted in civilian injuries or significant damage. The building's permit and violation history indicates ongoing maintenance and repair work has been carried out, with most recent permits showing active management of the property's maintenance needs.

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Risk rating

How 828-832 Filbert 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
23rdpercentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 872 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
50%
No DBI
violation
50%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 50%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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828-832 Filbert St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 10
Blocking driveway cite only
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