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1545-1561 Pacific Ave

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0596027 3 units · 3 fl · 1907

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 1545-1561 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 1907
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1907
Total area4,898 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot0596027
Ownership

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

Owner name
Ho Kenneth H
Mailing address
1565a Pacific Ave San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
020317

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1557 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
1561 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
1559 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
1545 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 1545-1561 Pacific Avenue in Nob Hill, owned by Kenneth H. Ho, was constructed in 1907 and has undergone several significant modifications throughout its history. The most substantial improvements occurred in 1990-1992, including vertical and horizontal additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, and structural work, with approximate costs totaling $22,000. More recent maintenance includes exterior wood siding repairs completed in 2015 at a cost of $6,000, though this work followed a 2015 complaint about unpermitted construction. The building's permit history shows regular maintenance and improvements, with two street space permits issued in 2010 and 2019.

The property has experienced recurring issues with street cleanliness and maintenance in the surrounding area, with multiple reports of garbage, debris, and waste between 2023 and 2024. These external issues were documented through various municipal service calls, though most were promptly resolved. The building's internal safety record appears stable, with only two fire-related incidents noted: a false alarm and a water-related issue, neither resulting in civilian injuries. While the property has maintained compliance with building codes in recent years, the 2015 complaint about unpermitted construction may warrant attention, though this appears to have been addressed through subsequent permits. The most recent building activity includes the issuance of two street space permits, suggesting continued municipal engagement for maintaining the property's surroundings.

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Risk rating

How 1545-1561 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
75th percentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 281 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
78%
No DBI
violation
22%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 45.1%
Moderate concern 16.0%
Severe concern 39.0%
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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1545-1561 Pacific Ave event timeline

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2023
311 Request Apr 27
General cleaning
Other Loose Garbage

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