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1595 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0596024 44 units · 5 fl · 2013

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

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 1595 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 2013
2 or more units
44 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
POLK
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 2013
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Likely exempt from AB 1482. Housing with a certificate of occupancy issued within the previous 15 years is exempt from the state rent cap and just-cause rules.

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
Units44
Floors5
Year built2013
Total area77,043 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0596024
Ownership

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

Mailing address
C/o Wilson Meany Sullivan L 4 Embarcadero Ctr Ste 3300 San Francisco CA 94111
Last sale
080317

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Included addresses

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1595 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
1998 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1958 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1946 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1942 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

1595 Pacific Avenue is a 5-story, 44-unit multi-family residential apartment building constructed in 2013, with retail space located in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood. The property is currently under the ownership of 1595 Pacific Ave LP and has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance activities since its completion. Most recently, in 2024, there have been multiple garbage and debris removal incidents reported, and three housing units had their sleeping area sound levels verified in compliance with San Francisco Fire Code requirements. The building has experienced some compliance issues, particularly in 2016 when violations were issued regarding boiler operation permits, though these were subsequently abated.

The property has generally been well-maintained, with regular updates to building systems including multiple hot water heater replacements (most recently in 2022), gas line extensions for patio heaters (2021), and various plumbing and electrical improvements. Recent fire safety concerns have been addressed, with a violation for emergency lighting repair from October 2024 being abated, while a current open violation from November 2023 pertains to sleeping area requirements. The building has experienced several unintentional alarm system activations and one contained cooking fire, but no significant fire incidents have been recorded as resulting in injuries or major damage. Recent maintenance activities have included exterior lighting upgrades, tile replacements, and various tenant improvements, with the most recent building permit issued in November 2024 for sound level verification work. The property has also generated multiple 311 calls in recent months, primarily relating to street cleaning and garbage removal, which have all been resolved.

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Risk rating

How 1595 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
3th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 1091 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
13%
No DBI
violation
87%
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 severity forecast
No violation 20.7%
Moderate concern 68.3%
Severe concern 11.0%
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

1595 Pacific Ave event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Nov 19
To verify existing sound levels in sleeping areas, complying with sffc sec 1103.7.6.1
$1 · Complete
Fire ComplaintJul 30
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