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1605-1617 Washington St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0620001 10 units · 3 fl · 1908

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Nob Hill — not a forecast
Above average
avg 2.4
8
FewerMore

This building has 8 novs (7y), above the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1605-1617 Washington 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 1908
2 or more units
10 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 1908
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
Floors3
Year built1908
Total area9,401 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0620001
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
2655 Van Ness Ave Ste 2 San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
January 23, 2018

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Included addresses

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1605 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1609 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1615 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1611 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1617 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1607 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109
1613 Washington St, San Francisco, CA 94109
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Initial analysis

The 12-unit multi-family residential building at 1605-1617 Washington Street in Nob Hill, owned by Carta Holdings LLC, has undergone significant renovations and faced various challenges since its construction in 1908. Most recently, the building has completed its soft-story retrofit (Tier 3) and received a Certificate of Final Completion. In 2020-2021, major improvements were made including a $60,000 remodel of unit 2, installation of a new central heating system, kitchen and bathroom renovations in multiple units, and a comprehensive electrical rewiring project across several apartments. The building underwent substantial structural work in 2019, including foundation strengthening and roof framing improvements, along with fire safety upgrades such as a new fire alarm system installation in 2018.

The property's history reveals several concerning safety issues that have been addressed over time. Fire safety has been an ongoing concern, with multiple fire complaints between 2017 and 2024 regarding blocked exits, alarm systems, and exit maintenance. Historical complaints from 1997-2000 documented serious safety issues including an unsafe fire escape, structural damage, and maintenance problems. While there was a building fire incident recorded, no civilian injuries were reported. Recent maintenance records show regular updates and compliance with current building codes, though there have been recurring street-level sanitation issues noted through multiple 311 calls in 2024 regarding garbage and debris. The building's planning records indicate approval for various improvements, including the construction of an exterior elevator in the rear yard.

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Risk rating

How 1605-1617 Washington 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
19thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 911 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
25%
No DBI
violation
75%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 75%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1605-1617 Washington St event timeline

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2026
Fire Complaint Jul 06
Extinguishers
311 RequestJul 03
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