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1553 Fulton St

North Panhandle, SF 94117 1184030 2 units · 4 fl · 1907

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 North Panhandle
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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1553 Fulton 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 1907
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors4
Year built1907
Total area4,796 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1184030
Ownership

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

Owner name
Abbott Living Trust
Mailing address
Thomas F & Katrina K Abbott 1553 Fulton St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
062716

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Initial analysis

The four-story, two-unit multi-family residential building at 1553 Fulton Street in Park North, owned by the Abbott Living Trust, was constructed in 1907 and has undergone several significant renovations and improvements over the past two decades. Most recently, in 2019, the building received window upgrades in the living room and front bedroom areas, with the installation of nine new wooden, dual-glazed double-hung windows costing $15,333. A substantial renovation project in 2011-2012 included comprehensive work on both units, featuring modifications to kitchens and bathrooms, installation of a new skylight, rear stair and landing improvements, and a complete electrical rewiring of both units. The building has experienced some notable maintenance issues in the past, including a series of plumbing problems in 2000 involving sewage line blockages that resulted in flooding in the basement and back bedroom, which were promptly addressed. In 2008, the building faced violations related to water-damaged ceilings in the second-floor hallway and lead paint concerns, though these issues were resolved by October 2008.

The property's permit history shows regular maintenance and improvements, including roofing work in 1999, although this permit has since expired. Recent 311 calls regarding the property primarily concern external issues such as parking violations and waste management (including toters left out 24/7), rather than building-specific problems. There have been no reported building violations or serious maintenance issues in recent years, suggesting improved property maintenance. The most recent construction work, completed in 2019, indicates ongoing investment in building upkeep, with permits showing compliance with current building standards. The building's systems, including plumbing ventilation and electrical infrastructure, have been modernized as evidenced by the 2012 permits for new installations.

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Risk rating

How 1553 Fulton 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
66th percentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 271 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
81%
No DBI
violation
19%
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 floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 66.6%
Moderate concern 24.9%
Severe concern 8.6%
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

1553 Fulton St event timeline

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

2019
Building Permit Nov 13
Living room: 3 openings, in-kind wooden, dual glazed double-hung windows. front bedroom: 4 openings, in-kind wooden, dual glazed double-hung windows. all windows street facing w/integral ogee lugs.
$15,333 · Complete

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