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1750 Sutter St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0675044 23 units · 3 fl · 1975

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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 Lower Pacific Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.6
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1750 Sutter 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 1975
2 or more units
23 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 1975
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
Units23
Floors3
Year built1975
Total area21,002 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0675044
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Merchant Real Estate, Inc 520 21St Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
July 27, 1989

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Initial analysis

The three-story, 23-unit multi-family residential building at 1750 Sutter Street, built in 1975 and currently owned by the Chan Wayne Rev Trust, has undergone numerous significant maintenance and improvement projects over the past several years. Most recently, the building experienced heating system issues in November 2024, with complaints of inadequate heat in occupied habitable rooms that were subsequently addressed by November 21, 2024. In 2024, the building received a comprehensive upgrade to its fire alarm system, including the installation of addressable smoke detectors, manual pull stations, and horn strobes throughout the building, at a cost of $74,430, to comply with fire code requirements. Other notable recent improvements include the replacement of multiple balcony windows and doors in 2020 ($65,000), and various unit renovations such as the complete remodel of Unit 306 in 2013 ($35,000), which included kitchen and bathroom updates, electrical system improvements, and the addition of a new full bathroom.

The building has a documented history of addressing maintenance issues, including the repair of dry rot on balcony in Unit 205 in 2024 ($1,000), deck repairs in Unit 305 in 2017, and a complete reroofing in 2016 ($66,000). The property has undergone regular updates to ensure safety and compliance with building codes, including multiple fire safety improvements and routine inspections. While there have been several fire system-related complaints over the years (2008-2024), most were promptly investigated and either found to have no merit or were corrected. The building's maintenance record shows consistent attention to water damage repairs, window replacements, and various unit improvements, demonstrating ongoing investment in the property's upkeep and safety systems. The recent heating system issues in late 2024 represent the most significant resident comfort concern, though these were addressed relatively quickly.

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Risk rating

How 1750 Sutter 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
9thpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 610 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
34%
No DBI
violation
66%
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

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Building size

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

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 66%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1750 Sutter St event timeline

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2026
DBI Complaint Feb 13
Residential building issue - clutter/hoarder - unit interior, storage
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