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2985 Pacific Ave

Pacific Heights, SF 94115 0976021 15 units · 3 fl · 1905

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Pacific Heights
At or below average
avg 1.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2985 Pacific Ave 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 1905
2 or more units
15 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1905
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
Units15
Floors3
Year built1905
Total area15,505 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0976021
Ownership

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

Mailing address
3520 Broderick St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
010218

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2985 Pacific Ave #6, San Francisco, CA 94115
2985 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

2985 Pacific Avenue is a 15-unit, three-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1905, currently owned by 2985 Pacific Ave LLC. The building has undergone significant improvements over the years, with the most recent major work being a fire alarm system upgrade completed in 2024 at a cost of $59,500 to comply with San Francisco Fire Code requirements. Notably, the building completed a seismic soft-story retrofit in 2016 (identified as Tier 3) at a cost of $90,000, demonstrating compliance with important safety standards. The property has a history of unit-specific renovations, including multiple kitchen and bathroom remodels (units #2, #3, #7, #14, #16) between 2009 and 2017, as well as electrical system upgrades including a 400A service installation with 17 meters in 2017 and replacement of 16 fuse boxes with breaker boxes.

The building experienced several maintenance issues in 2016, with violations related to mold, water damage, and wall repairs, particularly affecting unit #3, though these issues were abated by March 2016. More recent concerns include a rodent/insect infestation reported in October 2023 and a sleeping area requirement violation noted in December 2023, though the latter was subsequently corrected. The fire alarm system has required attention over the years, with multiple activation incidents (typically unintentional or due to malfunction) and related violations, including a 2024 complaint that was corrected within a month. Regular maintenance and improvements are evidenced by various building permits, including a steam boiler replacement in 2013 and multiple bathroom remodels. The property has undergone routine housing inspections, all of which have been resolved, indicating regular compliance with housing standards. The building's infrastructure has been steadily modernized, with coordinated plumbing, electrical, and fire safety upgrades, although some concerns about lead paint and building systems have been noted in historical violations.

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Risk rating

How 2985 Pacific Ave'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
32th percentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 655 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
52%
No DBI
violation
48%
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.

Building size

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

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 36.2%
Moderate concern 38.0%
Severe concern 25.7%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2026
Fire Complaint Mar 20
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