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45 Priest St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0215028 2 units · 1926

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Nob Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.4
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 45 Priest 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 1926
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1926
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
Units2
Floors
Year built1926
Total area2,060 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0215028
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
45 - 45a Priest St San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
September 27, 2004

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Initial analysis

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 45 Priest Street in Nob Hill, constructed in 1926, has experienced significant recent issues regarding permitting and safety concerns, particularly with an active complaint about an unfinished retaining wall and exposed rebar filed in October 2024. The property has undergone several major renovations over the past decade, including a 2018 kitchen remodel ($35,000) and various electrical upgrades, though multiple permits have expired or been cancelled, including work originally initiated in 2004-2006. Notable building violations were recorded in 2018 related to lead paint safety, weatherproofing, and construction debris cleanup, though these were marked as abated by September 2018. The building has had recurring issues with unfinished work and safety compliance, as evidenced by multiple inspection permits in 2023-2024 and several complaints from neighbors regarding construction practices, including unpermitted vent installation and concerns about property line encroachments. The property's maintenance history shows regular updates to systems including ductwork replacement in 2011 and electrical subpanel installation in 2018, but also reveals periods of maintenance neglect requiring multiple inspections to obtain final approvals for completed work.

Recent Fire Department activity at the property (May-June 2023) noted concerns about combustible materials and weeds, while external maintenance issues have been documented through 311 calls and complaints regarding sidewalk cleaning and vegetation management. Planning records indicate historical discussions about subdividing the property and modifying yard spaces, though these appear to have been withdrawn or closed without implementation. The building's history shows a pattern of renovation and repair work combined with periodic lapses in permitting compliance and maintenance that have required multiple rounds of inspections and approvals to resolve.

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Risk rating

How 45 Priest 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
37thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 709 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
50%
No DBI
violation
50%
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.

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.

Number of floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 50%
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

45 Priest St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Apr 23
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