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837 Fillmore St

Alamo Square, SF 94117 0798003 9 units · 4 fl · 1900

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 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.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 837 Fillmore 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
9 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
Units9
Floors4
Year built1900
Total area6,825 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0798003
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2661 Virginia St Berkeley CA 94709
Last sale

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Initial analysis

837 Fillmore Street is a 4-story, 9-unit multi-family residential building located in the Alamo Square neighborhood, owned by Felix & Ingrid Contreras and constructed in 1900. The property has undergone significant modifications and improvements over recent years, with the most pressing concerns emerging in 2023-2024. Notable recent issues include multiple gas-related incidents between July-August 2023, with reports of leaking stoves and gas appliances in various units, though some related complaints were subsequently closed. The building underwent substantial renovation in 2018-2020, converting commercial space to residential use and completing a seismic retrofit as a Tier 4 soft-story building. Recent construction activity includes the installation of a new fire sprinkler system in 2023 and ongoing kitchen remodeling in Unit #1 in late 2024.

The building has experienced recurrent maintenance challenges, particularly with its sewer system, evidenced by multiple sewer backup incidents and vent issues reported between 2021-2024. Fire safety systems have received attention, with inspections and corrections noted for extinguishers in 2023 and 2006, though a January 2025 alarm systems complaint was recorded. Historical records from 2007-2015 show various building violations related to safety equipment, handrails, and fire escape maintenance, all of which were subsequently abated. The property has also seen significant infrastructure improvements, including a new 2-inch fire service water line installation in 2023 and various plumbing upgrades, such as bathroom and kitchen renovations. While most major construction and safety requirements have been addressed, the recent gas appliance issues and ongoing sewer problems suggest areas requiring continued attention.

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Risk rating

How 837 Fillmore 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
7thpercentile

Out of 305 buildings in this neighborhood, 284 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
25%
No DBI
violation
75%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Building size

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 75%
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

837 Fillmore St event timeline

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2026
Fire Complaint Feb 20
Alarm Systems
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