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1155 Leavenworth St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0248001 21 units · 3 fl · 1911

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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
At or below average
avg 2.4
2
FewerMore

This building has 2 novs (7y), at or below the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1155 Leavenworth 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 1911
2 or more units
21 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 1911
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
Units21
Floors3
Year built1911
Total area10,464 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0248001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
630 Walden Rd Winnetka IL 60093
Last sale
December 21, 2017

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Initial analysis

1155 Leavenworth Street is a 21-unit residential building located in Nob Hill, constructed in 1911 and classified as a TIC building with 15+ units. The property has undergone several significant infrastructure improvements in recent years, most notably the recent installation of a new fire alarm system in April 2024 (with related electrical work completed in June 2024) costing over $33,000 to comply with current safety codes. The building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2016 at a cost of $100,000, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. Recent maintenance work includes plumbing upgrades with waste line replacement for multiple sinks in 2021 and cold water pipe replacement in 2013. However, there have been several fire safety violations in 2023 related to sleeping area requirements, alarm systems, and fire extinguishers, though some of these violations have been abated. The building has experienced historical issues with heating systems, particularly in 1997 when multiple complaints about lack of heat were filed and subsequently resolved.

The property has a documented history of compliance with various safety and maintenance requirements, including a completed roof replacement in 2018 ($30,000). While there were several building violations recorded between 2001-2005 related to security and fire safety (including issues with fire escape ladders and smoke detectors), these were abated. Recent complaints in 2022 regarding an unpermitted boiler appeared to be resolved quickly. The building has experienced four fire-related incidents between 2019-2023, including a gas leak and several alarm system activations, though none resulted in civilian injuries. A recent short-term rental violation investigation was conducted in 2023-2024, resulting in penalties and cancellation of unauthorized listings. The property demonstrates regular maintenance and upgrades to essential systems, though the recent fire safety violations highlight ongoing compliance requirements in this area.

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Risk rating

How 1155 Leavenworth 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
8thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 1035 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
19%
No DBI
violation
81%
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.

Property class

The assessor's property-class code, which correlates with building type and the violation rates the model expects. This code is grouped with other less-common classes.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 81%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1155 Leavenworth St event timeline

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2026
311 Request May 17
Garbage and debris
human waste or urine
311 RequestApr 14
311 service request

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