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1033-1039 Washington St

Nob Hill, SF 94108 0212038 3 units · 3 fl · 1900

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Nob Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.4
28
FewerMore

This building has 28 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1033-1039 Washington 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 1900
2 or more units
3 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 1900
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 built1900
Total area4,698 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0212038
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Po Box 460171 San Francisco CA 94146
Last sale
December 06, 2021

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Included addresses

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1037 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94108
1039 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94108
1033 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94108
1035 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Initial analysis

The three-unit residential building at 1033-1039 Washington Street in Nob Hill, constructed in 1900, has undergone several significant events in recent years. Most notably, in December 2021, substantial renovations were completed across all three units (1033, 1035, and 1037) totaling $45,000, including kitchen and bathroom updates with new sinks, countertops, backsplashes, toilets, vanities, and electrical work such as GFCI outlet installations; this project also involved updating washer and dryer hookups. The building has faced multiple maintenance challenges, particularly evident in 2015-2017 when several complaints were filed regarding broken windows, heating issues, leaks, and security concerns, all of which were eventually resolved. A significant denied permit in 2016 sought to add a fourth residential unit, renovate the third-floor entry and basement, repair rear egress stairs, and implement seismic upgrades, though this proposal was withdrawn. The property has experienced recurring issues with rodent infestations, plumbing problems, and general maintenance concerns, as evidenced by multiple complaints between 2019-2020. Recent records from 2024 indicate continued attention to building maintenance, with several 311 calls regarding garbage issues and a rodent infestation. The building underwent various repairs throughout its history, including rear outdoor stairs repairs in 2004 and 2019, suggesting ongoing efforts to maintain critical infrastructure, though some historical building violations related to interior surfaces and fire safety conditions from 2000-2015 have been resolved.

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Risk rating

How 1033-1039 Washington 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
31stpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 776 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
41%
No DBI
violation
59%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 59%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1033-1039 Washington St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 04
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestFeb 20
Public utilities commission

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