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1580 Jackson St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0596020 16 units · 4 fl · 1909

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 Nob Hill — not a forecast
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.

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 1580 Jackson 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 1909
2 or more units
16 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1909
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
Units16
Floors4
Year built1909
Total area17,600 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0596020
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Koo Ming D & Manling Har H 988 Union St Apt 301 San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The 16-unit, 4-story apartment building at 1580 Jackson Street in Nob Hill, owned by Ming & Manling Koo 2012 Irr, has a documented history of maintenance and safety-related events spanning several years. Most recently, in 2023, substantial renovations were completed in Apartment #15, including kitchen and bathroom remodeling with an investment of $60,000. The building underwent mandatory soft-story retrofit work in 2016 (cost: $80,000) to comply with seismic safety requirements, and this work has been completed and certified. Several concerning issues have emerged in recent years, including a February 2023 complaint about unregulated roof access and potential safety hazards, as well as past problems with heating systems, pest infestations, and plumbing concerns. Of particular note, there was a significant cluster of violations in 2015-2016 related to interior maintenance, including issues with window sills, water heater, baseboards, floor coverings, and potential lead hazards, though these were abated by May 2016.

The building has experienced various maintenance and safety inspections over the years, with a consistent pattern of addressing fire safety concerns, including fire escape inspections and alarm system maintenance - all of which were corrected upon inspection. There have been multiple instances of false alarms, cooking-related incidents, and detector activations, though none resulted in civilian injuries. Recent records from 2024 show recurring issues with garbage and debris removal near the property, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls for street cleaning. The property has undergone various improvements and repairs over time, including roof replacement in 2008, multiple unit renovations, and plumbing upgrades, indicating ongoing maintenance efforts by management. The building's historical data reflects a typical pattern for older San Francisco buildings, with periodic maintenance needs, response to tenant complaints, and compliance with city regulations, particularly regarding seismic safety through the completed soft-story retrofit.

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Risk rating

How 1580 Jackson 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

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
15thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 956 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
22%
No DBI
violation
78%
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 78%
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

1580 Jackson St event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint May 12
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems
Violation Issued
Fire ComplaintMay 09
Sleeping Area Requirement

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