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1425-1427 Clay St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0219022 9 units · 3 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
9
FewerMore

This building has 9 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1425-1427 Clay 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
9 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.

Building characteristics
Units9
Floors3
Year built1907
Total area6,630 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0219022
Ownership

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

Owner name
Ming Yee Kee Loo Assn
Mailing address
Leland L Tom, Treasure 17 Old China Ln San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale
012821

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1427 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1427 A Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1425 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The 9-unit multi-family residential building at 1425-1427 Clay Street in Nob Hill, owned by Ming Yee Kee Loo Assn, has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple compliance issues since its construction in 1907. Most recently, in October 2024, the property received an approved permit to replace 8 sub electrical meter panels due to safety fire risk, highlighting ongoing electrical system upgrades. The building has seen consistent improvements since 2015, including complete remodels of units A and 1, with updates to kitchens, bathrooms, electrical systems, and heating. Notable maintenance work includes a complete reroofing in 2017 and various plumbing improvements, including boiler and furnace replacements in 2010 and 2015 respectively.

The property faced serious compliance issues in June 2024 during a routine inspection, resulting in multiple violations that were abated by October 2024, including problems with fire proofing, fire escape maintenance, emergency lighting, and lead-based paint concerns. A troubling pattern emerged in 2023-2024 regarding maintenance response times, particularly regarding hot water issues in Unit A. Historical issues include a cluster of complaints in 2013 regarding mold, heating, and safety systems. The building has a documented history of fire alarm system corrections between 2005 and 2013, though recent inspection records suggest improvements have been made to address past safety concerns.

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Risk rating

How 1425-1427 Clay 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
6th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 1058 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
18%
No DBI
violation
82%
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.

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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 13.3%
Moderate concern 44.7%
Severe concern 42.0%
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

1425-1427 Clay St event timeline

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

2024
Electrical Permit Aug 07
Replace 8 sub electrial meter panels located in common area due to safety fire risk
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Building Violation (NOV)Jun 03
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