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1854-1856 Mcallister St

North Panhandle, SF 94115 1158017 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 North Panhandle — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the North Panhandle average of 1.7.

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 1854-1856 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
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 area2,846 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1158017
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1020 Kearny St San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale
May 31, 2018

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1856 Mcallister St, San Francisco, CA 94115
1854 Mcallister St, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 1854-1856 McAllister Street, owned by 1854 McAllister LLC, dates back to 1900 and is classified as a flat with store (4 units or less). The property has undergone significant renovations and improvements since 2018, including a major interior reconfiguration in September 2018 to add bathrooms while maintaining bedroom counts, installation of a new fire sprinkler system in early 2019 (completed with a $5,000 monitoring system), and comprehensive upgrades to the electrical system including a new 200-amp service. The building underwent facade improvements, including removal of vinyl siding, replacement of windows and doors, and facade maintenance, alongside essential structural work such as joist replacement.

The property has experienced several notable incidents related to safety systems. In July 2022, a violation was issued regarding sprinkler/standpipe systems, which was abated by January 2023. Prior fire safety concerns were documented in 2011 (alarm systems) and 2006 (blocked exits), though these conditions were corrected promptly. A significant building complaint was filed in August 2019 regarding unauthorized co-living use, which remained active until December 2021. More recent incidents include a water leak reported in November 2024 (resolved) and multiple encampment cleanup responses in March 2024. The building's infrastructure has been maintained through various permits, including updates to plumbing systems, installation of new furnaces, and bathroom renovations.

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Risk rating

How 1854-1856 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
16thpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 669 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

The three data points that most influenced this building's risk rating — ranked by the weight the model placed on each one.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building permit rate across the owner's portfolio.

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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The story over time

1854-1856 Mcallister St event timeline

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

2025
Planning Record Jul 10
They created illegal SRO. ILLEGAL CHANGE OF USE https://www.neighbourgood.co/stay-usa-mcallister;
Under Review
DBI ComplaintJun 12
Date last observed: 11-jun-25; time last observed: 12-00; identity of person performing the work: they created illegal sro and h; floor: all floors; unit: all units; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling illegal unit; illegal change of use; ; additional information: https://www.neighbourgood.co/stay-usa-mcallister;

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