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1890 Clay St

Pacific Heights, SF 94109 0618004 74 units · 12 fl · 1962

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 Pacific Heights
Above average
avg 1.4
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Pacific Heights average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1890 Clay 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 1962
2 or more units
74 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 1962
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
Units74
Floors12
Year built1962
Total area66,250 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0618004
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1890 Clay St San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
061312

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Initial analysis

1890 Clay Street is a 74-unit, 12-story multi-family residential building located in Pacific Heights, constructed in 1962 and currently owned by 1890 Clay Street LP. The building has undergone significant fire safety improvements in recent years, including a completed $43,000 fire alarm system upgrade in March 2023, installation of low-frequency sounders, and replacement of the fire alarm panel in 2018. However, there are ongoing safety concerns, with a recent glass door replacement issue noted in December 2024, leaving the building's front entrance vulnerable for several weeks, and a currently open violation regarding highrise sprinkler system compliance issued in December 2024.

The property has a history of maintenance and safety compliance challenges, as evidenced by multiple fire code violations between 2016 and 2024, including recent issues with the sprinkler system and sleeping area requirements. Plumbing and electrical upgrades have been completed throughout the building, with numerous unit renovations documented between 2007 and 2023, including fixture replacements and bathroom/kitchen remodels. The building has experienced recurring problems with ventilation and mold, particularly in bathrooms without proper exhaust systems, as noted in multiple complaints and inspection records. Recent complaints also suggest ongoing concerns regarding construction work being performed without proper permits, as documented in a 2020 complaint that remains active. The property's parking facilities have received routine renewal approvals, indicating continued operation of its commercial parking garage. While the building management has made various improvements and responded to many violation notices, the recurring nature of certain issues suggests ongoing challenges with maintenance and safety compliance in this high-rise residential building.

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Risk rating

How 1890 Clay 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

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 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 934 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
16%
No DBI
violation
84%
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 severity forecast
No violation 16.8%
Moderate concern 51.1%
Severe concern 32.0%
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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1890 Clay St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 11
Damaging property
hitting window or building
311 RequestMay 22
Other illegal parking

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