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1034-1038 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94133 0158011 5 units · 3 fl · 1912

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Nob Hill
Above average
avg 2.4
15
FewerMore

This building has 15 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1034-1038 Pacific Ave 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 1912
2 or more units
5 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RC3
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.

Building characteristics
Units5
Floors3
Year built1912
Total area2,820 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0158011
Ownership

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

Owner name
Carter Betty
Mailing address
Tang Judith 111 Broadway 24Th Fl Oakland CA 94607
Last sale
091613

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1036 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
1038 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
1034 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 1034-1038 Pacific Avenue in Nob Hill, owned by Betty Carter, was constructed in 1912 and contains 5 units. The property has undergone several significant maintenance and repair projects over the years, with particular attention to safety issues. Most notably in 2016, the building faced multiple violations requiring urgent attention to safety features, including the installation of handrails for rear exterior stairs, compliance with smoke and carbon monoxide detector requirements, and security improvements such as door viewers and proper unit identification. These violations were largely addressed through subsequent permits and repairs, including a $3,500 handrail installation in late 2016. Other significant infrastructure work includes sewer pipe replacements in 2017, stair repairs in the interior courtyard in 2014, and a complete reroofing project in 2009.

The building's documented history shows recurring attention to stair safety and maintenance issues, including earlier work in 2002 to repair dry rot of the rear stairs. A notable fire incident occurred in 1988, requiring kitchen and roof repairs on the third floor. More recent maintenance concerns have included periodic reports of graffiti, with the most recent incident occurring in 2019, and occasional issues with waste management and encampments in the vicinity, as documented through 311 calls between 2015 and 2020. While the building has faced various maintenance challenges, particularly regarding safety features and exterior upkeep, the owner has generally responded to violations and repairs through appropriate permits and work.

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Risk rating

How 1034-1038 Pacific Ave'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
91th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 101 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
87%
No DBI
violation
13%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Neighborhood location

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 36.3%
Moderate concern 13.3%
Severe concern 50.4%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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