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1612 Baker St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1048026 3 units · 2 fl · 1900

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 Lower Pacific Heights
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 1612 Baker 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
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,730 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1048026
Ownership

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

Owner name
Ward Family Living Trust
Mailing address
Philip S Ward Trustee 1612 Baker St San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
050500

Landlord portfolio

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Initial analysis

The property at 1612 Baker Street is a two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building located in Lower Pacific Heights, owned by the Ward Family Living Trust and constructed in 1900. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects over the past few decades, with the most substantial recent work occurring in 2020, including a complete reroofing project costing $42,000 and comprehensive repairs to siding, deck, and fencing valued at $48,000. The property has maintained active infrastructure upgrades, with the installation of a solar PV system in 2013 consisting of 18 modules, and a complete sewer line replacement in January 2021. Historical records show past improvements including a kitchen remodel in 2002 and termite treatment in 1986.

The building's recent maintenance history reflects regular upkeep and modernization efforts, with all major works being properly permitted and completed. The property has experienced minimal issues requiring municipal attention, with no significant resident complaints or safety concerns recorded in recent years. While there were two instances of sidewalk cleaning needed for waste removal in 2016 (one of which was identified as private property), these do not indicate any persistent maintenance problems. The building's infrastructure appears to be well-maintained, with recent improvements focusing on exterior maintenance, roofing integrity, and modernization features such as solar power. The property has a history of complying with building regulations, with no open violations or ongoing permit issues on record as of October 2023.

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Risk rating

How 1612 Baker 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

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
87th percentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 87 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
87%
No DBI
violation
13%
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.

Final warnings, owner's portfolio

Final warnings issued across all buildings this owner is registered on.

Notices of Violation, owner's portfolio

DBI NOVs across all buildings this owner is registered on — a signal of systemic maintenance issues across the portfolio.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 90.1%
Moderate concern 7.9%
Severe concern 2.0%
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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The story over time

1612 Baker St event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Apr 12
Blocking driveway cite tow
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