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1454-1464 Union St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0526015 18 units · 3 fl · 1907

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Russian Hill
Above average
avg 1.9
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1454-1464 Union 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 1907
2 or more units
18 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 1907
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
Units18
Floors3
Year built1907
Total area12,380 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0526015
Ownership

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

Mailing address
268 Bush St # 1688 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
030220

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Included addresses

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1456 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1464 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1462 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1460 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1458 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1454 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The 18-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building at 1454-1464 Union Street in Russian Hill has undergone extensive renovations and safety upgrades over the past several years. Built in 1907, the property has completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit as a Tier 3 building and received its Certificate of Final Completion. Recent significant improvements include the installation of a new fire sprinkler system on the ground floor ($17,388 in 2023), comprehensive fire alarm system upgrades ($43,000 in 2024), and electrical service upgrades including new 400A service in March 2023. The building's safety systems have required ongoing attention, with multiple fire safety inspections noting issues such as blocked exits and problems with sprinkler systems between 2017 and 2024, though most have been corrected.

In recent years, the property has focused on modernization and unit improvements, including the conversion of existing spaces into ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) and various unit renovations. Notable projects include the rehabilitation of kitchens and bathrooms in units 1462 and 1464, along with laundry installation work. The building has experienced some tenant complaints regarding construction timing, garbage collection issues, and water shut-offs, particularly during 2020-2022, though these appear to have been addressed. Recent permits indicate ongoing maintenance and upgrade work, including the installation of new sounders in sleeping areas to comply with safety regulations in 2024, suggesting active management of building safety requirements. The property also has an open violation from December 2023 regarding sleeping area requirements that may require attention.

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Risk rating

How 1454-1464 Union 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
5th percentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 1076 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
17%
No DBI
violation
83%
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 severity forecast
No violation 15.0%
Moderate concern 74.4%
Severe concern 10.6%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

1454-1464 Union St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Feb 12
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202305238433. all work is complete.
$1 · Complete
Building PermitFeb 12
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202012171264. all work is complete.

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