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2046-2048 Filbert St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0517030 2 units · 3 fl · 1928

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 Cow Hollow — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Cow Hollow average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2046-2048 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 1928
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 1928
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
Floors3
Year built1928
Total area3,543 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0517030
Ownership

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

Mailing address
3020 Buchanan St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
March 27, 2019

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2046 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94123
2048 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 2046-2048 Filbert Street in Cow Hollow, owned by Paul K. Meyer and Amy Sullivan, was constructed in 1928 and contains two units. The property underwent significant renovation work between 2018-2019, with major improvements including a complete electrical upgrade from 100 to 400 amps, comprehensive plumbing system replacement, new water, gas, and sewer lines, and the installation of radiant heating throughout both units. The project included renovations to both units' bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms, along with the addition of a roof deck. However, during this period, there were multiple building code complaints filed in 2018-2019 regarding allegedly unauthorized work and changes to the building's use, though these issues were subsequently addressed through proper permitting and inspections. The building's recent history includes numerous reports of garbage and debris issues on the property, with several cases involving abandoned furniture and loose garbage documented between April 2024 and December 2024. While there have been three fire department responses to the building since 2023, all were related to non-fire incidents including false alarms and CO detector malfunctions, with no civilian injuries reported.

The property's recent activity has primarily involved maintenance and compliance matters, including upgrades to ensure proper utility service and building systems. Multiple street space permits were issued between 2018-2019, and a significant facade permit was obtained in June 2019 to address planning code violations and restore the building to its legal two-family dwelling status. The building underwent substantial system-wide improvements including a new 98k BTU boiler installation in 2018 and comprehensive electrical and plumbing system upgrades. Recent 311 calls indicate ongoing issues with garbage management and parking enforcement in the vicinity of the building, though these are external to the property itself. The building's renovation work has been documented through multiple permits and inspections, demonstrating compliance with building codes and regulations, though the process generated some neighborhood concerns as evidenced by the complaints filed during the construction period.

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Risk rating

How 2046-2048 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
70thpercentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 258 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
84%
No DBI
violation
16%
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.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 16%
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

2046-2048 Filbert St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Apr 16
Garbage and debris
other bagged boxed contained garbage
311 RequestMar 21
Blocking driveway cite only

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