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1750 Broadway

Pacific Heights, SF 94123 0569007 3 units · 2 fl · 1902

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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
Above average
avg 1.5
2
FewerMore

This building has 2 novs (7y), above 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 1750 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 1902
2 or more units
3 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 1902
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1902
Total area3,375 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0569007
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1750 Broadway San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
September 15, 1989

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Initial analysis

The two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building at 1750 Broadway in Pacific Heights, built in 1902 and currently owned by Raphael & Sai Ling Chan-sew R, has undergone several significant improvements over the past two decades. Major renovations in 2012 included installation of new dormers, spiral stairs, egress stair rebuilding, and skylights, while 2013 saw bathroom remodeling in Unit 2, a complete reroofing project, and various electrical upgrades. The building has a documented history of routine housing inspections, with the most recent occurring in 2016, which revealed several safety concerns that were subsequently addressed, including maintenance of the fire escape drop ladder, fire alarm system repairs, and various security requirements. The property experienced a series of smoke detector activations (nine instances) and alarm system malfunctions between 2007 and 2009, though all were determined to be unintentional with no injuries reported.

More recent history shows regular parking enforcement issues in the vicinity, with multiple cases of driveway blocking reported between 2019 and 2024, though these are external matters unrelated to building maintenance. The building underwent unit-specific renovations in 2007-2008, including kitchen and bathroom remodeling in Unit 1, with all related permits showing "Complete" status. A significant violation cluster was documented in February 2003 relating to various safety and security issues, including handrails, locking devices, fire safety, and alarm systems, all of which were addressed and abated by March 2016. The most recent known housing inspection in 2016 resulted in violations being corrected within approximately six weeks. The property has maintained active compliance with building codes since the resolution of these violations, with no active building complaints or violations on record as of 2016.

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Risk rating

How 1750 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
53rdpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 453 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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

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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