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1885 Filbert St

Cow Hollow, SF 94123 0530023A 8 units · 2 fl · 1953

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 1885 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 1953
2 or more units
8 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 1953
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
Units8
Floors2
Year built1953
Total area4,790 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0530023A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Brad Koch 139 Mitchell Ave #236 South San Francisco CA 94080
Last sale
October 27, 2021

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The two-story, eight-unit multi-family residential building at 1885 Filbert Street in Cow Hollow, built in 1953 and owned by Kg Bay Area Investors Llc, has undergone several significant improvements and faced multiple regulatory challenges over the past decades. The most recent major renovation was completed in early 2022, focusing on Unit 6, which included a bathroom remodel, plumbing upgrades, installation of a ductless split system, and electrical work including a new sub-panel and lighting improvements, with a total cost of approximately $10,000. The building has a documented history of fire safety compliance issues, particularly during the 2000s, with multiple violations related to fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, smoke enclosure doors, and alarm systems. A routine inspection in 2005 revealed several fire safety concerns, including combustible storage issues, which were subsequently addressed by November 2011.

Earlier building permits show some maintenance work, including reroofing projects in 1992, though these permits are now expired. While there have been a few fire safety-related violations, all were resolved within a reasonable timeframe. The building's most recent inspections have not indicated any active violations, and there have been no recorded fire incidents resulting in injuries. The surrounding area has experienced typical urban issues, as evidenced by recent 311 calls in 2024 regarding abandoned furniture, debris, and an abandoned vehicle, though these are external to the building itself. The property has undergone regular maintenance and updates in recent years, with the most substantial work focusing on Unit 6 between late 2021 and early 2022, suggesting ongoing investment in building improvements and systems modernization.

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Risk rating

How 1885 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
35thpercentile

Out of 861 buildings in this neighborhood, 560 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
69%
No DBI
violation
31%
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.

Property class: multi-family flat

2–4 unit flats (class F) are a common SF building type with their own maintenance and complaint patterns.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 31%
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

1885 Filbert St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Mar 20
Other illegal parking
Parking Enforcement
Planning ProjectMar 03
Add two accessory dwelling units in ground floor per Ord 162.16 & Planning Code 207(c)(4). No change to front facade

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