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1909 Sacramento St

Pacific Heights, SF 94109 0641001B 16 units · 4 fl · 1930

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in 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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.5
12
FewerMore

This building has 12 novs (7y), above the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1909 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 1930
2 or more units
16 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 1930
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
Units16
Floors4
Year built1930
Total area11,184 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0641001B
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
4235 Geary Blvd San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
September 29, 1989

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Initial analysis

The 16-unit, four-story multi-family residential building at 1909 Sacramento Street in Pacific Heights, built in 1930 and currently owned by Janot Jacques N, has experienced several significant safety and maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there are current concerns regarding building security, with a front entrance gate/door system identified as faulty in multiple complaints between 2022 and 2023, including a December 2023 violation regarding door clearance that was abated within weeks. The building has also encountered multiple fire safety compliance issues, with the most recent violation related to sleeping area requirements issued in December 2023 remaining open as of now. Historical records show recurring fire safety concerns including problems with alarm systems, extinguishers, and emergency lighting from 2019 through 2023, though many of these violations were eventually abated. The building underwent significant electrical system upgrades in 2003, including the installation of new meter sockets and load centers, and has had various routine maintenance performed over the years, including reroofing work in 1996. The property has a history of heating system complaints, particularly in the 1994 period, and has been subject to regular housing inspections with varying issues being addressed promptly.

In addition to internal building issues, there have been multiple instances of exterior concerns, particularly regarding parking enforcement, with numerous reports of blocked driveways between 2022 and 2023. The surrounding area has experienced periodic encampment situations, with reports in 2021, 2022, and most recently in 2024. While these external issues do not directly impact building safety, they reflect the broader neighborhood context. The building's management has generally addressed violations relatively promptly when they are identified, though some recent safety concerns remain open as of October 2023.

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Risk rating

How 1909 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
45thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 530 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
63%
No DBI
violation
37%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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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 risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 37%
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

1909 Sacramento St event timeline

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2026
Fire Complaint Jul 04
Alarm Systems
Building Violation (NOV)May 15
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