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1492 Mcallister St

Alamo Square, SF 94115 0776013 5 units · 3 fl · 1900

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Alamo Square — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Alamo Square average of 2.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1492 Mcallister 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
5 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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
Units5
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area6,570 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0776013
Ownership

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

Mailing address
P.o. Box 144 San Carlos CA 94070
Last sale

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920 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94115
1492 Mcallister St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The three-story, five-unit multi-family residential building at 1492 McAllister Street in Alamo Square, built in 1900 and owned by Clemens John P & Virginia L, has undergone several significant maintenance and safety incidents over the past decades. Most recently, in June 2024, the building received a substantial re-roofing upgrade costing over $51,000, continuing a long history of roof work including previous projects in 2004 and 1993. A major safety concern emerged in 2005 when the rear stairs, which served as a second means of egress, were reported as removed, resulting in a life hazard violation that was only resolved by February 2006 following a $12,000 replacement project. Between 2000 and 2008, the building experienced multiple violations and complaints regarding security, fire safety, and habitability issues, including problems with handrails, fire escape equipment, and the need for proper heating in occupied rooms. The building underwent routine safety inspections in 2008 and 2019, with periodic maintenance activities including window replacements and street space permits for scaffolding use. Historical records show foundation work was completed in 1993, raising the garage's south side to 6 inches above grade.

Recent activity around the property (January 2025 to October 2024) has primarily involved exterior maintenance and urban upkeep, with multiple reports of graffiti and street cleaning needs being addressed by city services. Fire incident records show only minor incidents with no injuries, including a malfunctioning smoke detector activation, carbon monoxide detector testing, and some barbecue-related smoke. The building's maintenance history suggests regular upkeep, as evidenced by recent roofing work and historical repairs, though there have been significant safety concerns in the past that required substantial corrective action. Recent 311 calls indicate ongoing maintenance of public areas around the building, with multiple reports of debris and abandoned furniture being handled by city services.

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Risk rating

How 1492 Mcallister 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
30thpercentile

Out of 305 buildings in this neighborhood, 214 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
49%
No DBI
violation
51%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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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.

Number of units

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

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 51%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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