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1815 Broadway

Pacific Heights, SF 94109 0577011 10 units · 2 fl · 1912

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

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 1815 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 1912
2 or more units
10 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 1912
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
Units10
Floors2
Year built1912
Total area8,005 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0577011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2616 Buchanan St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
March 09, 2012

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

1815 Broadway is a 2-story, 10-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1912 in San Francisco's Pacific Heights neighborhood, currently owned by Circle Property LLC. The building has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple challenges over the years. The most notable recent event occurred in September 2020 when Unit #6 sustained fire and smoke damage, requiring extensive repairs including sheetrock, cabinetry, insulation, and electrical work, costing $35,000. The building underwent major modifications in 2006-2007, including the conversion of the basement to a 7-car garage and fire sprinkler system installations, though some related permits expired. In 2012, the building faced structural concerns including termite issues and plumbing problems, with multiple building violations filed in 2010 regarding water damage, mold, and various maintenance matters, all of which were abated by July 2010.

The property has received regular maintenance and improvements, including bathroom and kitchen remodels (2013), foundation work (2006), and various plumbing upgrades. There have been some recurring issues with building systems, as evidenced by multiple fire safety inspections between 2008 and 2024, though most were resolved or found to have no merit. The building's recent history shows recurring parking enforcement issues, with multiple citations for blocked driveways throughout 2023-2024, and occasional sidewalk cleaning concerns. A tenant buyout occurred in 2019, with one tenant receiving $20,000 to vacate. The most recent tenant-related incident occurred in September 2024, involving garbage and debris issues that were promptly resolved.

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Risk rating

How 1815 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
20thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 770 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
43%
No DBI
violation
57%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 57%
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

1815 Broadway event timeline

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2026
Fire Complaint Feb 19
Extinguishers

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