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1533 Mcallister St

Alamo Square, SF 94117 1180023 3 units · 2 fl · 1905

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 Alamo Square — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.3
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 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 1533 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 1905
2 or more units
3 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 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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1905
Total area2,860 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1180023
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Philip R & Michele M Father 2018 Belle Monti Ave Belmont CA 94002
Last sale
March 31, 2000

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1533 Mcallister St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1533 Mcallister St #b, San Francisco, CA 94117
1533 Mcallister St #a, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

1533 McAllister Street is a 3-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1905, currently owned by MPSquared LLC. The property has experienced ongoing construction and permit-related issues over the past 14 years, with several complaints and violations regarding expired permits, incomplete work, and lack of proper inspections. Most notably, there are active violations from 2018 and 2020 concerning uncompleted work and absence of a Certificate of Occupancy related to significant alterations including garage additions, stair modifications, and unit reconfigurations. Recent complaints in 2024 have raised serious concerns about construction practices, including improper dust control, unpermitted work, and potentially unsafe conditions regarding a metal staircase fire escape.

The building's permit history shows multiple attempts to complete sprinkler system installations, electrical rewiring, and various plumbing upgrades between 2010 and 2024, with many permits being canceled, expired, or requiring renewals. Recent plumbing work in 2023 included fireplace installation, and there have been multiple 311 calls regarding parking violations and graffiti on the property. Fire safety has been a recurring issue, with several complaints about blocked exits in 2018 and 2020, though these were reportedly corrected. The property underwent significant electrical upgrades in 2010, including installation of new service and various appliances in all three units, along with exterior lighting improvements. Recent construction activity has generated numerous complaints from neighbors regarding work practices, permit compliance, and safety concerns, with one complaint in 2024 specifically mentioning potentially hazardous dust conditions during concrete cutting operations.

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Risk rating

How 1533 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
23rdpercentile

Out of 305 buildings in this neighborhood, 235 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
45%
No DBI
violation
55%
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.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 55%
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

1533 Mcallister St event timeline

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2025
DBI Complaint Apr 14
Date last observed: 11-apr-25; time last observed: april 11, 2025; identity of person performing the work: philip father and/or unlicense; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling expired permits; work w/o permit; work beyond scope of permit; ; additional information: drilling -- very loud -- all day today. there do not seem to be any active permits. the building has been under construction for going on j15 years! the city needs to inspect exactly what is being done in the entire building.;
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