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1800 Pacific Ave

Pacific Heights, SF 94109 0576026 72 units · 10 fl · 1960

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
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 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 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 1960
2 or more units
72 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 1960
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
Units72
Floors10
Year built1960
Total area79,820 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0576026
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Beth Hanson 2001 Union St Ste 300 San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale

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Initial analysis

1800 Pacific Avenue is a 10-story, 72-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1960, currently owned by Parklyn Bay Co LLC. The property has undergone numerous improvements over the past decade, with significant focus on unit renovations and fire safety upgrades. Recent building projects include a fire alarm system replacement (filed December 2024), three completed unit remodels (Units 605 in 2024, 208 in 2023, and 902 in 2022), and multiple electrical system upgrades including a major switchgear replacement in 2019. The building has faced recurring fire safety violations, with the most recent being a sleeping area requirement violation issued in October 2023 and a sprinkler system compliance violation in December 2024.

The building's history includes several concerning incidents and maintenance issues, particularly during 2019 when multiple serious complaints were filed regarding mold, electrical problems, and water intrusion. There have been ongoing fire safety concerns, with multiple violations recorded between 2017 and 2024. Recent tenant complaints (2023) mentioned elevator safety issues and dryer lint trap concerns in the laundry room. Comprehensive unit renovations have been regularly performed, including kitchen and bathroom upgrades in various units, typically involving new fixtures, lighting, and electrical systems. The building's infrastructure has seen significant investment, including fire sprinkler system upgrades, electrical system improvements, and various safety-related modifications. While many past violations have been abated, the building continues to undergo regular updates to maintain compliance with current safety standards.

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Risk rating

How 1800 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

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
3rdpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 934 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
17%
No DBI
violation
83%
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 83%
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 Pacific Ave event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint Jun 08
Alarm Systems
No Merit
Fire ComplaintMay 24
Combustible Materials

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