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1708 Filbert St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0520005 6 units · 3 fl · 1916

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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
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.

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 1708 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 1916
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1916
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 built1916
Total area6,315 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0520005
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1748 Filbert St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The three-story, six-unit apartment building at 1708 Filbert Street in Cow Hollow, owned by Ernest Partners LLC and constructed in 1916, has undergone several significant improvements over the years, most notably a comprehensive soft-story retrofit completed in 2019 that included the installation of moment frames to improve seismic safety, with an earlier phase of work valued at $140,000 completed in 2016. The building has experienced periodic maintenance and safety issues, including a substantial complaint filed in December 2016 documenting multiple interior problems such as significant paint peeling and chipping, water-related flooring damage, disrepair of windows, and various ceiling and wall deficiencies, though these issues were officially abated by February 2017. Historical records indicate the building underwent reroofing in 1998 and had some code compliance work completed in 1985. The property has maintained relatively good compliance with safety regulations, with previous violations from 2000 regarding fire safety and security requirements being resolved within two months.

Recent external conditions around the property have shown some maintenance challenges, particularly in 2024, with multiple reports of abandoned furniture, mattresses, and debris on the street, all of which were resolved promptly by city services. The most notable recent infrastructure issue involved a collapsed sidewalk reported in March 2024 and a pavement defect reported in November 2023, both of which were resolved. During its regular safety inspections over the years, including those conducted in 2000, 2006, and 2016, the building has shown a pattern of requiring various repairs and improvements, though many of these issues have been addressed through subsequent permits and work completion, as evidenced by the final inspection records. The soft-story retrofit program, classified as Tier 4, is particularly significant as it demonstrates the building's compliance with modern seismic safety standards, though initial phases involved significant structural modifications including the construction of an 8-foot infill wall at the rear ground floor.

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Risk rating

How 1708 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
16thpercentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 723 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
54%
No DBI
violation
46%
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.

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
Moderate failure risk 46%
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

1708 Filbert St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Apr 27
Upgrade of building electrical supply to 400 amps. for pge purposes only. separate electrical permit to follow.
$1,000 · Issued
Building PermitMar 31
Re-roofing: remove the existing roof covering an install new modified bitumen roofing membrane with 2 layers of base (no hot works)

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