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127-133 Wetmore St

Nob Hill, SF 94108 0212032 4 units · 2 fl · 1907

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 127-133 Wetmore St 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 1907
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
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 1907
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1907
Total area4,600 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0212032
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
127 Wetmore St San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale
October 05, 2012

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127 Wetmore St, San Francisco, CA 94108
131 Wetmore St, San Francisco, CA 94108
129 Wetmore St, San Francisco, CA 94108
133 Wetmore St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Initial analysis

The property at 127-133 Wetmore Street is a 2-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building located in Nob Hill, constructed in 1907 and currently owned by Zhao Li Hua. The building has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple safety compliance issues throughout its history. The most substantial recent improvement occurred in late 2017, when Unit #127 underwent comprehensive remodeling including a new bathroom addition, kitchen upgrades, and bathroom renovations, along with electrical system improvements including a 200-amp service upgrade and new appliances installation. The building has a notable history of violations and safety concerns, particularly documented during a routine inspection in 2009, which revealed multiple issues including problems with water heater safety features, exit sign requirements, and emergency egress obstructions. These violations, along with a fire safety concern from 2000 regarding fire extinguisher requirements, were officially abated by December 2012.

The property has experienced various maintenance and compliance issues over the years, including illegal plumbing modifications in 2012, which involved unauthorized laundry machine installations that were subsequently addressed. More recent history shows typical urban maintenance issues in the surrounding area, as evidenced by 311 calls regarding graffiti, garbage overflow, and street flooding between 2018 and 2024. While these external issues don't directly affect the building's safety or habitability, they provide context about the property's urban environment. The most recent building-related permits and violations suggest that major structural and safety improvements have been completed, though the building's age and history of maintenance issues indicate ongoing attention to basic systems and safety compliance may be required.

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Risk rating

How 127-133 Wetmore St'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
56thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 495 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
68%
No DBI
violation
32%
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 risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 32%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

127-133 Wetmore St event timeline

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2026
Plumbing Permit Feb 20
New furnace
Complete
311 RequestJan 05
Parking on sidewalk

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