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1630 Sacramento St

Nob Hill, SF 94109 0621009 6 units · 3 fl · 1912

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Nob Hill average of 2.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1630 Sacramento 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 1912
2 or more units
6 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 1912
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
Units6
Floors3
Year built1912
Total area5,886 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0621009
Ownership

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

Mailing address
James & Roy Gee 1630 Sacramento St Apt 1 San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The 6-unit, 3-story apartment building at 1630 Sacramento St in Nob Hill, constructed in 1912, has undergone significant recent improvements, particularly in 2023-2024. The property completed a substantial window replacement project across multiple units including Units 5 and 6, with Unit 6 receiving comprehensive upgrades including window replacements, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and installation of new laundry facilities. Other notable recent renovations include Unit 1's kitchen rewiring and bathroom updates, Unit 2's kitchen and bathroom improvements, and the installation of new electrical systems including breakers and circuits for all units in Fall 2023. The building successfully completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements.

The building's maintenance record shows attention to essential systems, including plumbing upgrades such as bathroom renovations and sewer work in 2008, and electrical safety improvements. Historical violations from 2001 related to heating and fire safety were promptly addressed, and a 2009 complaint about lead paint containment was resolved. Recent 311 calls indicate occasional issues with garbage and debris management, and there was one reported sewage backup in September 2024 that was resolved. The property had one tenant buyout in February 2024 for $27,300. While the building has had various maintenance and upgrade projects over the years, the recent extensive renovations and system upgrades suggest proactive ownership and investment in improving resident amenities and safety.

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Risk rating

How 1630 Sacramento 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
35thpercentile

Out of 1125 buildings in this neighborhood, 731 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
48%
No DBI
violation
52%
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.

Building permits (past 7 years)

Number of permits pulled at this address — construction or renovation activity over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 52%
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

1630 Sacramento St event timeline

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

2025
Planning Record Dec 11
Revision to BPA #202505277284 to revise previous front door entry from cantilevered awning to wood portico supported by columns. Project will expand existing porch overhang by 1 foot.
Closed
Building Violation (NOV)Jun 16
No permit to operate the boiler. serial no 77 40, cmc 1022. monthly monitoring fee applies. code sec: sfbc 110a, table 1a-k

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