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1171 Clay St

Nob Hill, SF 94108 0222027 6 units · 3 fl · 1913

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Nob Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1171 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 1913
2 or more units
6 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 1913
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1913
Total area5,466 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0222027
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
P.o. Box 266 San Mateo CA 94401
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The 6-unit multi-family residential building at 1171 Clay Street in Nob Hill, managed by Leung Trust, is a 3-story apartment constructed in 1913. The property has undergone several significant upgrades over its lifetime, with the most notable recent improvement being the comprehensive fire safety system upgrade completed in 2019, which included the installation of new control panels, smoke detectors, pull stations, and horns in compliance with current fire codes. Historical maintenance records show regular attention to building upkeep, including window replacements (vinyl windows in 2001, aluminum windows in 1988-1989), roofing work in 1997 (though this permit expired), and garage door replacement in 1985.

The building has undergone multiple routine housing inspections, with several violations noted and subsequently resolved, particularly in 2000 and 2016. The 2000 violations included issues with self-closing doors, ceiling painting, and combustible storage, while the 2016 inspection identified multiple fire safety requirements including fire extinguisher installation, smoke alarm affidavit, and various maintenance issues that were all abated by April 2016. The property has experienced regular street-level maintenance challenges, as evidenced by 311 calls, including incidents of graffiti (2022), hazardous materials (2024), and general cleaning issues. A notable fire safety incident was recorded as a false alarm system activation, with no injuries reported. Recent exterior maintenance appears proactive, with the most recent 311 call in September 2024 related to furniture debris, which was promptly resolved.

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Risk rating

How 1171 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

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
71stpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 326 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
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 24%
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

1171 Clay St event timeline

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

2019
Electrical Permit Dec 05
Like for like replacement w/upgrade w/new control panel, smoke detectors & pull stations @ the same location. install new horns inside units to meet new sffc & power supply near panel. local fire system existing 3 bells will be tie-in to new panel
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Building PermitOct 21
Like for like replacement w/upgrade w/new control panel, smoke detecors & pull stations @ the same location. install new horns inside units to meet new sffc & power supply near panel. local fire system existing 3 bells will be tie-in to new panel

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