1433 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94109

The three-story, 16-unit apartment building at 1433 Clay Street in Nob Hill, built in 1909 and currently owned by SF Multifamily III Property, has undergone significant renovations in recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple unit remodels between 2018-2023, including substantial work in apartments 5, 6, 10, 11, and 12, involving kitchen and bathroom relocations, new fixtures, and washer/dryer installations, with the most recent work being a fire alarm replacement system initiated in June 2023 to comply with San Francisco Fire Department requirements.

The building has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues over its history, including a notable complaint in March 2020 regarding inadequate heating problems that had persisted for over a year, coinciding with boiler permit renewal issues that were ultimately resolved in October 2019. Historical violations from 2009-2019 included various safety and maintenance concerns such as egress obstructions, the need for seismic bracing of water heaters, and requirements for central alarm system maintenance, though these were all subsequently abated. The property has undergone regular maintenance and improvements, including a steam boiler replacement in 2016 and various electrical upgrades.

Several complaints over the years have raised concerns about potential lead paint hazards, plumbing issues, and construction safety, including a strong chemical smell reported in mid-2018. Recent activity around the property has primarily consisted of external street cleaning and debris removal as documented in 311 calls from 2024-2025, though these are related to public space maintenance rather than building-specific issues. The building's management has generally addressed violations and complaints through proper channels, with most issues being resolved or abated according to records.