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1159-1161 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94133 0182031 2 units · 3 fl · 1915

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
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 1159-1161 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 1915
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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
Units2
Floors3
Year built1915
Total area3,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0182031
Ownership

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

Owner name
Sarkiss Edward & Elizabeth
Mailing address
1161 Pacific Ave San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale
050417

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1161 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
1159 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 1159-1161 Pacific Avenue in Nob Hill, owned by Edward and Elizabeth Sarkiss, has undergone several significant renovations since 2014. The most recent work occurred in 2021, involving repairs to the rooftop deck including replacement of rotted wood and electrical outlet relocation, though this work initially generated complaints about unpermitted construction and exposed wiring. Between 2014-2015, substantial interior remodeling was completed under a $55,000 permit, which included structural modifications such as adding steel posts, replacing windows and doors, and interior wall work across all floors. This period also saw significant infrastructure improvements including a new electrical service installation with multiple distribution panels, HVAC system upgrades, and garage modifications, including an enlarged door opening and new door installation.

The property experienced some compliance issues in 2014, resulting in several notices of violation (NOV) related to unauthorized construction work, including concerns about improperly rebuilt walls, missing waterproofing, and unsafe construction practices, though these violations were ultimately abated in July 2017. Additional building improvements included foundation work and various utility upgrades, with most construction-related permits marked as complete. The property has had several maintenance calls in recent years for sidewalk cleaning and waste removal, with the most recent building-related complaint occurring in October 2023 regarding noise. A street space permit was issued in both 2014 and 2015, indicating some use of public space for construction-related activities.

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Risk rating

How 1159-1161 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
48th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 585 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
61%
No DBI
violation
39%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

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 59.3%
Moderate concern 32.1%
Severe concern 8.7%
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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1159-1161 Pacific Ave event timeline

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

2026
311 Request May 10
Parking on sidewalk
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestApr 14
Garbage and debris

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