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1616 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0574007 2 units · 2 fl · 1910

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 Nob Hill
At or below average
avg 2.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1616 Pacific Ave 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 1910
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
POLK
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1910
Total area3,534 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0574007
Ownership

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

Owner name
Hms Pacific Llc
Mailing address
1650 Potrero Ave San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
032219

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Initial analysis

Located at 1616 Pacific Avenue in Nob Hill, this two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building was constructed in 1910 and is owned by Hms Pacific LLC. The property has undergone several significant renovations and encountered multiple code compliance issues, particularly in 2015 when multiple unpermitted interior renovations were identified, including bathroom and kitchen remodels, water heater installations, and laundry facilities. These violations resulted in abatement proceedings, which were ultimately resolved by June 2016 through proper permitting and compliance work totaling over $35,000. More recent building improvements include the removal and infilling of a problematic entryway between 1616 and 1618 Pacific Avenue in 2019, and a completed electrical service upgrade from 200-amp service in 2016.

The property has experienced various maintenance and environmental issues in recent years, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls between 2021 and 2024, including reports of debris, waste, and graffiti near the building. A notable planning issue from 2016 involves the unauthorized combination of two storefronts into one business exceeding 4,000 square feet, which was subsequently addressed through proper channels. The building's maintenance history shows attention to basic infrastructure needs, including a roof replacement in 2004 and various unit improvements throughout its history. While there was a fire complaint in 2011, it was promptly resolved on the same day. The property has undergone several legitimate improvements over the years, including seismic upgrades, plumbing and electrical system updates, and various unit-specific renovations, with most recent work focusing on compliance with current building codes.

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Risk rating

How 1616 Pacific Ave'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
86th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 158 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Neighborhood location

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 74.7%
Moderate concern 17.9%
Severe concern 7.4%
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

1616 Pacific Ave event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Dec 13
Other garbage can repair
Litter Receptacle Maintenance
Building PermitOct 28
Remove existing restroom. install new accessible restroom with employee breakroom.

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