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1800 Broadway

Pacific Heights, SF 94123 0568004 35 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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

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 1800 Broadway 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
35 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
Units35
Floors6
Year built1927
Total area42,120 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0568004
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Morse Frederick Anthony Par P O Box 13285 Oakland CA 94661
Last sale
July 12, 1991

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Initial analysis

1800 Broadway is a six-story, 35-unit multi-family residential building located in Pacific Heights, constructed in 1927 and currently owned by Cypress Tree LP. The building has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with particular concerns about the elevator system and various heating infrastructure. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with the elevator system, including multiple incidents of stuck passengers that were documented in 2009 and 2020, and a documented complaint about inoperability in July 2020. The building's heating and hot water systems have also required significant attention, with multiple boiler and water heater replacements in 2020, including the installation of a new Laars MT2V-300 boiler and storage tanks. During this period, there were also violations related to unpermitted boiler operation that were ultimately abated in November 2020.

The property has faced ongoing fire safety concerns, with recent violations related to an alarm system (March 2024) and sleeping area requirements (November 2023) that was still open as of the latest records. Historical records show multiple fire department responses related to elevator rescues, system malfunctions, and other issues, though fortunately none involved civilian injuries. The building's maintenance history includes numerous street space permits in 2013, a reroofing project in 2006, and recent electrical service replacement work initiated in late 2024. Recent 311 calls from 2024 indicate ongoing issues with garbage and debris in the vicinity of the property, with multiple reports of abandoned furniture and other items on the street. Regular safety inspections and routine maintenance work have been conducted over the years, though some areas of concern remain, including the need for prompt resolution of open violations to ensure resident safety and compliance with city regulations.

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Risk rating

How 1800 Broadway'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
6thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 905 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
24%
No DBI
violation
76%
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 76%
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

1800 Broadway event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint Apr 07
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems
Violation Issued
DBI ComplaintJan 12
Date last observed: 11-jan-26; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling other building; ; additional information: address numbers are difficult to see from the road and don’t contrast with building background in violation of code 502.1;

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