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1543 Vallejo St

Russian Hill, SF 94109 0571017 6 units · 3 fl · 1963

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Russian Hill
Above average
avg 1.9
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Russian Hill average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1543 Vallejo 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 1963
2 or more units
6 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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.

Building characteristics
Units6
Floors3
Year built1963
Total area5,931 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0571017
Ownership

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

Owner name
Fong Marydaisy
Mailing address
5425 Thomas Avenue Oakland CA 94618
Last sale
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Initial analysis

1543 Vallejo Street is a 6-unit, 3-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1963, currently owned by Marydaisy Fong and located in Russian Hill. The property has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance work over the years, most notably completing a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017 (Tier 4) that included the installation of plywood shear walls, moment frames, and other structural reinforcements. Recent safety upgrades include a fire alarm system improvement initiated in July 2023 to comply with current fire codes, with permits filed for both the upgrade and associated electrical work. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly in 2022 when multiple violations were recorded regarding general dilapidation, electrical outlets, and interior surfaces, though these were resolved by June 2022.

The property has undergone several major repair projects related to moisture damage and window replacement, including work in 2006 involving the removal of 20 windows, stucco repairs in light wells, and deck replacements due to dry rot issues. Three street space permits were issued between 2018-2019 for minor work. Historical complaints indicate various quality-of-life issues, including a 2021 complaint about electrical problems and potential mold, and a 2018 report regarding unauthorized construction work. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to critical systems, though there have been periodic problems requiring inspection and resolution. Recent activity in 2024 has generated multiple 311 calls primarily related to garbage and debris on or near the property, though these external issues appear to be promptly addressed by city services. The property is situated in an RH-3 zoning district, with an approved ABC Type 5 license referral for home office use limited to one-third of a dwelling unit's floor area.

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Risk rating

How 1543 Vallejo 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
31th percentile

Out of 1133 buildings in this neighborhood, 782 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
59%
No DBI
violation
41%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 48.9%
Moderate concern 29.3%
Severe concern 21.8%
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

1543 Vallejo St event timeline

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

2023
Electrical Permit Jul 14
Fire alarm upgraded.
Issued
Building PermitJul 13
Fire alarm upgrade to comply with sffc section 1103.7.6.1

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