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1281-1285 Filbert St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0096040 3 units · 3 fl · 1909

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 Russian Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1281-1285 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 1909
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1909
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 built1909
Total area3,940 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0096040
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Murolo Albert A & Murolo Ch 3838 Divisadero St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
September 23, 2013

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1285 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1283 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1281 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The three-unit residential building at 1281-1285 Filbert Street in Russian Hill, owned by Murolo Fmly Residual Tr, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1909. The most substantial recent renovation occurred in 2013-2014, involving a comprehensive remodel of the fourth floor including kitchen renovations, bathroom updates, furnace relocation, and the installation of tube skylights, supported by electrical rewiring and plumbing upgrades totaling over $100,000. Earlier improvements included a complete window replacement in 2006 (39 windows), reroofing the building, and a major 2005 renovation that encompassed kitchen and bathroom remodels, electrical service upgrades, and new house meters installation, all demonstrating consistent investment in building maintenance and improvements.

The property has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues in 2024-2025, with multiple 311 calls regarding tree root damage to the sidewalk, though these remain open as of October 2023. There were also recent reports of sewage discharge and human waste issues near the property, though these were investigated and deemed to have no significant impact on the building. Historical routine housing inspections in 2002, 2008, and 2009 were conducted without noted violations. While the building's major systems have been regularly upgraded, including a 2014 furnace installation and 2005 electrical service upgrade, the recent tree root issues affecting the sidewalk present an ongoing maintenance concern.

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Risk rating

How 1281-1285 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
52ndpercentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 544 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
75%
No DBI
violation
25%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Building size

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

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 25%
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

1281-1285 Filbert St event timeline

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2025
Plumbing Permit Jul 02
Work category: 1p; sewer repair at sidewalk
Complete
311 RequestJun 05
Garbage and debris

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