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2158-2160 Filbert St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0516032 2 units · 2 fl · 1924

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low 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 Cow Hollow — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.7
2
FewerMore

This building has 2 novs (7y), above the Cow Hollow average of 0.7.

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 2158-2160 Filbert 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 1924
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1924
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1924
Total area2,686 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0516032
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Mcdonald Thomas P & Breda A 2168-2160 Filbert St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
April 17, 2009

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2158 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94123
2160 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 2158-2160 Filbert Street in Cow Hollow, owned by Thomas Pius and Breda Ann Mcd, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1924. The property has undergone several significant renovations and maintenance work over the years, with the most recent major work occurring in 2019 when bathroom repairs were completed due to water damage, including both sheet rock replacement and shower pan installation, costing approximately $6,500. This followed a housing complaint filed in September 2019 regarding an unusable bathroom, which was resolved by November 2019. The building has a documented history of both units being merged into one between 2001-2004, during which substantial improvements were made including kitchen and bathroom remodels, wall modifications, and electrical system upgrades with new wiring and meter service installation - all totaling over $150,000.

The property has experienced various maintenance and safety issues that were addressed over time, including a garage smoke alarm problem in 1998, non-functioning oven and windows in 1997, and voluntary seismic upgrades completed in 1992. Recent history (2023-2024) shows ongoing external maintenance challenges primarily relating to street cleaning and parking violations, with multiple reports of blocked driveways and garbage issues, though these are external to the building itself. The building appears to be generally well-maintained, with no active building violations as of the latest data. All major renovation and repair works have been properly permitted and completed, with the most significant improvements focusing on modernizing the electrical system, plumbing, and addressing water damage as needed.

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Risk rating

How 2158-2160 Filbert 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
53rdpercentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 405 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
79%
No DBI
violation
21%
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.

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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 21%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2158-2160 Filbert St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jul 13
Garbage and debris
furniture
311 RequestMay 20
Garbage and debris

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