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1233-1237 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0183037 3 units · 3 fl · 1917

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 1233-1237 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
3 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.

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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1917
Total area4,851 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0183037
Ownership

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

Mailing address
797 Bush St Apt 509 San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale
111615

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1237 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
1233 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
1235 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The property at 1233-1237 Pacific Avenue is a 3-story multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood, constructed in 1917 and classified as a flats and duplex structure. The building, currently owned by 1233-1237 Pacific Avenue Lp, was originally permitted as a two-family dwelling over garage space, but a 2002 violation investigation revealed unauthorized modifications that created a third unit and added several code compliance issues including unapproved electrical and plumbing work, absence of required smoke detectors, improper exiting, and questions about fire-resistant materials installation. These violations were ultimately abated by January 2013.

The building underwent significant renovation work between 2007 and 2010, including foundation replacement, laundry installation in all units, seismic upgrades, and various plumbing and electrical improvements. Notable recent work from 2008-2010 involved installing laundry facilities in all units, updating windows, and addressing fire safety details, with associated costs totaling over $450,000. The property has maintained active compliance since resolving the 2002 violations, with all recent building permits showing proper completion. A 2012 complaint regarding peeling paint and potential lead concerns was resolved by early 2013, with no active violations or complaints on record as of October 2023.

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Risk rating

How 1233-1237 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
73th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 304 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 46.5%
Moderate concern 17.9%
Severe concern 35.6%
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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