1538 Filbert St, San Francisco, CA 94123

1538 Filbert Street is a 12-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1924 and currently owned by Del-camp Investments Inc. The property has undergone significant improvements over the past decade, including a mandatory soft-story retrofit completed in 2017 (Tier 3) and multiple unit renovations.

Recent work includes a 2022-2023 remodel of Unit 8 valued at $200,000, featuring kitchen relocation and family room modifications, along with fire alarm system updates to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements. The building's maintenance history shows regular upgrading of fire safety systems, with violations issued and subsequently abated in 2020 regarding alarm system maintenance, exits/storage pathways, and fire escapes. The property has experienced various maintenance issues over time, particularly between 2003-2006, including problems with heating systems, water damage, and security concerns, though these have been addressed through subsequent renovations and repairs.

Recent resident complaints primarily relate to external issues such as garbage disposal, noise, and parking enforcement, as documented in 311 calls from 2023-2024. The building's renovation history shows consistent investment in upgrading individual units, with multiple apartments receiving kitchen and bathroom improvements, including Units 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, and various system upgrades such as new boilers, water heaters, and electrical improvements. The property has maintained compliance with fire safety requirements, including annual certifications and prompt response to violations, though there was one fire inspection violation in 2020 related to fire escape maintenance that has been resolved.