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1046-1050 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94133 0158013 9 units · 5 fl · 1900

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Nob Hill
At or below average
avg 2.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1046-1050 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 1900
2 or more units
9 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
Units9
Floors5
Year built1900
Total area6,176 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0158013
Ownership

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

Owner name
Sf Multifamily Iii Property
Mailing address
Ballast Investments 49 Powell St Fl 4 San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale
072021

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1046 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
1048 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
16 Salmon St, San Francisco, CA 94133
1050 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The 9-unit, 5-story multi-family residential building at 1046-1050 Pacific Avenue in Nob Hill, owned by SF Multifamily III Property, has undergone several significant safety upgrades and renovations since its 1900 construction. Most recently, in May 2023, a fire alarm replacement system was installed to comply with San Francisco Fire Department requirements. The building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (cost: $80,000) to improve structural integrity. Between 2014-2015, important safety improvements were made including the installation of a new sprinkler system, gas line extensions, and various repairs including trim work and electrical system upgrades. These renovations followed a series of 2008 violations related to fire safety systems, fire escapes, and common area maintenance, which were all eventually abated by September 2011.

The property has a history of unauthorized modifications and compliance issues, particularly evident in 2008 when a complaint was filed regarding unpermitted work including window and door replacements, construction beyond permit scope, and the addition of a roof deck. These issues were addressed through subsequent permits and inspections. The building also faced multiple illegal unit allegations in 2010 and 2012, though these complaints were officially marked as "Not Active." Recent maintenance records show periodic exterior care, including fire-safety-related improvements and trim repairs, though some older permits from 2012 (for sprinkler work and water service) expired without completion. The building's electrical system has seen significant upgrades, including a service capacity increase from 200 to 400 amps in 2008, supporting modern electrical demands.

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Risk rating

How 1046-1050 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
7th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 1046 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
18%
No DBI
violation
82%
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.

Number of units

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

Building size

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

Building age

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 22.4%
Moderate concern 64.7%
Severe concern 12.9%
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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1046-1050 Pacific Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 18
Garbage and debris
furniture

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