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1827-1829 Steiner St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0679036 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low 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
At or below average
avg 1.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1827-1829 Steiner 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 1900
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1900
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area3,100 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0679036
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1827 Steiner St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
September 22, 2016

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1827 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94115
1829 Steiner St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The property at 1827-1829 Steiner Street is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood. Built in 1900 and currently owned by Thomas S. Watson, this flats and duplex building has undergone several significant improvements over the years. Most recently, in November 2023, kitchen renovations were completed with the installation of an IKEA kitchen and replacement of three rear windows. The building has seen substantial work in 2012, including a comprehensive kitchen and bathroom remodel on the second floor, electrical updates (though some permits were cancelled), installation of two gas furnaces, and various interior improvements including sheetrock replacement and insulation work in multiple living spaces. Noteworthy historical issues included lead paint and stair repair violations in 2007, which were officially abated in July 2022, and a combustible materials fire complaint in 2012 that was promptly corrected. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, with improvements like roofing work in 1997 and structural modifications including a parking space revision in 2012.

The property has experienced recurring issues with paint conditions, as evidenced by multiple complaints between 1996 and 2012 regarding peeling and chipping paint on both interior and exterior surfaces, though these appear to have been addressed through subsequent renovations. Recent 311 calls related to the property's immediate vicinity have primarily involved external issues such as sidewalk defects (2024), debris cleanup (2024), and various street maintenance matters, none of which directly relate to the building's condition. The building's documented permits and violations suggest a property that has received regular maintenance and upgrades, with all known safety concerns being addressed through appropriate channels.

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Risk rating

How 1827-1829 Steiner 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
94thpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 40 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
92%
No DBI
violation
8%
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 age

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

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 8%
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

1827-1829 Steiner St event timeline

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

2026
311 Request Jun 18
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestJun 18
Blocking driveway cite tow

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