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1333-1335 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0184036 81 units · 5 fl · 1975

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Nob Hill — not a forecast
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.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1333-1335 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 1975
2 or more units
81 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3NC2
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 1975
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
Units81
Floors5
Year built1975
Total area74,185 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0184036
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Kenny Lau 738 Washington St San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale

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1335 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
1333 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The 81-unit, 5-story multi-family residential building at 1333-1335 Pacific Avenue in Nob Hill, owned by Ellision Enterprises USA Inc, has undergone several significant fire safety upgrades in recent years, most notably completing a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade in 2024 (cost: $118,900) to comply with current fire code requirements, followed by additional corrections to floor titles and alarm system components in August 2024. The building, constructed in 1975, previously underwent extensive stucco repair work in 2015-2016, with projects on the north side and east side of the building costing $50,000 each, though an attempt to replace damaged stucco on the east side in 2016 was withdrawn. A complete fire sprinkler installation was completed in 2009, and the boiler was replaced in 2018, indicating ongoing maintenance of critical building systems.

The building has experienced periodic fire safety violations, with the most recent open violation issued in October 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements. There is a history of fire alarm system-related violations between 2016-2023, though these have generally been corrected or abated. Residential unit maintenance issues have been documented in 2015, including reports of water intrusion, mold, and aging carpets in Unit 114. Past building complaints included unauthorized interior remodeling in 2010 (4th floor) and unauthorized construction in a ground floor commercial space in 2012, though these issues were eventually addressed. The property has maintained an active permit history, with regular updates to critical systems and addressed violations, though there have been periods of maintenance concerns as evidenced by resident complaints from 2014-2015 regarding ventilation and cleanliness of common areas.

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Risk rating

How 1333-1335 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

Lower risk — safer than most nearby

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

Typical — about average for the neighborhood

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

Higher risk — riskier than most nearby

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

Neighborhood percentile
13thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 979 are predicted to be safer. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
22%
No DBI
violation
78%
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 risk forecast
High failure risk 78%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1333-1335 Pacific Ave event timeline

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2026
Fire Complaint Jun 03
Alarm Systems

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