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1390 Pine St

Downtown, SF 94109 0250009 12 units · 3 fl · 1923

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Downtown — not a forecast
Above average
avg 6.9
14
FewerMore

This building has 14 novs (7y), above the Downtown average of 6.9.

This building's 71% risk is high in absolute terms; it still rates lower-risk here because buildings in Downtown generally score worse. The colour is relative to the neighborhood, the percentage is not.

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 1390 Pine 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 1923
2 or more units
12 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
POLK
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 1923
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
Units12
Floors3
Year built1923
Total area7,735 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0250009
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Mar Nancy Ttee Po Box 641041 San Francisco CA 94164
Last sale
October 14, 1997

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Initial analysis

The 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1390 Pine Street in Downtown was constructed in 1923 and has undergone various maintenance and repair work over the years. Recent significant issues include active complaints filed in October 2024 regarding general dilapidation, window repair needs, heat maintenance problems, and lack of required lighting. The building has experienced recurring heating system issues, with multiple complaints between 2018-2019 about inadequate heat, including a 2019 complaint about a malfunctioning heater's wiring. Other concerning recent issues include reports of a blocked fire escape with plexiglass and a hoarding situation in the garage area. The property has also faced infrastructure challenges, as evidenced by a notable 2019 reroofing project costing $53,000 and various heating system repairs. Historical records show improvements such as foundation work and shear wall installations in 1995, though several permits from the 1990s expired without completion verification.

The building's maintenance history includes addressing multiple building violations in 2005 related to emergency exits, fire safety, and smoke detectors, though these were reportedly abated. While there have been many fire alarm activations recorded, none resulted in civilian injuries or actual fires, suggesting the system is functioning reliably despite multiple false alarms. Recent complaints about mold, water intrusion, and security concerns, particularly regarding the front door, indicate ongoing maintenance challenges. The property has also generated numerous 311 calls in recent months regarding garbage, debris, and other street-level issues, though these are external to the building itself. Multiple heating system complaints in 2019, including issues with thermostat communication and inadequate temperature maintenance, suggest recurring problems with the building's HVAC systems, though some repairs were documented as completed.

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Risk rating

How 1390 Pine 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
72ndpercentile

Out of 448 buildings in this neighborhood, 125 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
29%
No DBI
violation
71%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 71%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1390 Pine St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 26
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signal box
311 RequestJul 21
Garbage and debris

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