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916 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94133 0159008 26 units · 3 fl · 1917

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
Above average
avg 2.4
19
FewerMore

This building has 19 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 916 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 1917
2 or more units
26 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.

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 1917
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
Units26
Floors3
Year built1917
Total area17,021 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0159008
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Steven C. Thrower 1 Bush St Ste 900 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
051419

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Initial analysis

The 26-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 916 Pacific Avenue in Nob Hill, owned by 916 Pacific I5, LLC, has undergone extensive renovations and maintenance since 2018. The building completed mandatory seismic strengthening work in 2019 as a Tier 4 soft-story building, including installation of new wood shear walls and moment frames. Between 2020 and 2023, multiple units (2, 5, 7, 19, 21, and 23) have received comprehensive rehabilitation work including kitchen and bathroom upgrades, installation of washer/dryer units, and associated plumbing and electrical improvements, with costs ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 per unit. Notable building-wide improvements include a fire alarm system upgrade in 2020, the installation of two tankless Rinnai water heaters in 2023, and regular fire safety inspections showing prompt resolution of any identified issues.

However, there are concerning active complaints and violations as of November 2024 that require attention. There are multiple active violations related to building safety and maintenance, including issues with mold/mildew, damaged paint, and the need for proper guardrails. Residents have reported persistent problems with radiator noise and water damage, particularly from Unit 25, dating back to 2021, along with more recent complaints about wall cracks that some residents believe may be structural. While many individual unit improvements have been completed, the building has received several housing inspection complaints regarding general maintenance and safety issues. The historical maintenance record shows regular attention to building systems and prompt response to most violations, but the current active complaints suggest some management systems may not be resolving issues in a timely manner or proper communication with residents may be lacking.

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Risk rating

How 916 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
6th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 1058 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.

Neighborhood location

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 6.1%
Moderate concern 87.6%
Severe concern 6.4%
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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916 Pacific Ave event timeline

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

2026
DBI Complaint Jul 17
Date last observed: 16-jul-26; time last observed: 8am; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling other housing; disabled acc: stairs/ramps; disabled acc: path of travel; ; additional information: property management is refusing to take out recycling bins weekly or biweekly per schedule. it’s piling up and blocking emergency egress out of the building. ;
Housing Inspection Services
DBI ComplaintApr 16
Date last observed: 14-apr-26; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling fire safety/fire escape; work w/o permit; dilapidated structure; other housing; ; additional information: "i am a resident at 916 pacific avenue. this is a multi-unit residential building with more than 16 units, which subjects it to title 25 §42 and sf housing code requirements for a 'responsible person' to reside on the premises. management has failed to provide a resident manager. while they claim a tenant is a 'caretaker on paper,' there is no on-site staff member who actually resides here, maintains a dedicated office/manager¿s unit, or possesses the authority and keys to manage building operations (e.g., emergency fire/life safety access or maintenance oversight). all management functions are handled by off-site agents who are not present after hours. i am requesting a housing inspection to verify the residency of the 'responsible person' and to issue a notice of violation (nov

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