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1472 Filbert St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0523013 73 units · 6 fl · 1927

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high 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 Russian Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.9
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

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 1472 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 1927
2 or more units
73 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM3
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 1927
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
Units73
Floors6
Year built1927
Total area51,660 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0523013
Ownership

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

Mailing address
49 Powell St Fl 4 San Francisco CA 94102
Last sale
March 16, 2018

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Initial analysis

The 1472 Filbert Street property is a 6-story, 73-unit multi-family residential building located in the Russian Hill neighborhood and constructed in 1927. The building has undergone substantial renovations in recent years, with at least 15 apartment units receiving significant upgrades between 2020 and 2022, including new bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and modern appliances such as dishwashers and washer/dryers. A notable development application to add 4 ADU units on the ground floor was filed in 2020 but is currently marked as "On Hold."

The property has experienced several maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most concerning was a 2023 complaint about lack of hot water affecting multiple units, which follows a similar complaint from 1998. There have been two violations related to the boiler system: one in 2006 regarding fire escape drop ladders and another in 2022 concerning an unpermitted boiler operation, though the most recent plumbing record shows a new boiler installation in March 2024. Additional maintenance concerns include a 2023 report of water intrusion through a window/wall in Unit 404 and a heat supply issue in 2022. The building's fire safety systems have required attention, including a 2020 comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade and a 2023 violation regarding sleeping area requirements. Eight fire-related incidents have been recorded since 2007, though none resulted in civilian injuries. The property's management has also faced scrutiny during renovation periods, with complaints in 2018 about construction debris and safety concerns affecting common areas and the presence of minors.

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Risk rating

How 1472 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
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Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 1133 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
9%
No DBI
violation
91%
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.

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 91%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1472 Filbert St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 26
Public works
bsm complaint
311 RequestJun 05
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