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1474 Sacramento St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0219011 42 units · 4 fl · 1907

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Nob Hill
Above average
avg 2.4
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1474 Sacramento 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
42 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
Units42
Floors4
Year built1907
Total area34,148 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0219011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
268 Bush St #1688 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
071520

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Initial analysis

The 38-unit apartment building at 1474 Sacramento Street in Nob Hill, built in 1907 and owned by 1474 Sacramento G1 LP, has experienced recurring maintenance and habitability issues over recent years, particularly regarding moisture and mold problems. Most recently, in January 2025, there was an active complaint about hallway leaks and inadequate repairs, and in March 2024, a unit reported mold on furnishings and windows. These issues have persisted through multiple complaints dating back to 2012, suggesting inadequate long-term resolution strategies. The building has undergone significant renovation work in recent years, including a complete fire alarm system upgrade in 2022 to comply with current safety codes($75,000), multiple unit renovations including kitchens and bathrooms between 2020-2022, and a planned roofing project (approximately $39,500) in late 2024. Of particular note is a gas leak repair completed in August 2023, and the recent fire alarm system complaint in late 2024 that was corrected.

The property has a history of various building complaints and violations, particularly between 2005-2012, including issues with fire safety, intercom systems, elevator operation, and a period during which excessive storage and debris issues were noted. While many of these earlier violations have been resolved, including recent fire system maintenance and monitoring, the recurring nature of moisture and mold-related complaints suggests ongoing habitability challenges. The building has also seen significant interior improvements during 2020-2022, with multiple units receiving kitchen and bathroom upgrades, though some renovation work (notably in 2020) reportedly occurred without proper permits according to a complaint. A tenant buyout occurred in December 2018 for two tenants totaling approximately $7,183.1.

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Risk rating

How 1474 Sacramento 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

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
1th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 1114 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
10%
No DBI
violation
90%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 7.4%
Moderate concern 80.6%
Severe concern 12.0%
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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The story over time

1474 Sacramento St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request May 24
311 service request
Encampment
Fire ComplaintJan 30
Uncategorized Complaint

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