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1664-1670 Fell St

North Panhandle, SF 94117 1208018 4 units · 2 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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
Above average
avg 1.7
2
FewerMore

This building has 2 novs (7y), above the North Panhandle average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1664-1670 Fell 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
4 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 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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area5,280 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1208018
Ownership

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

Mailing address
P A Jaia-reierstad Trustee 3417 Frederick St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
July 16, 2021

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1670 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1664 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1666 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1668 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The Reierstad Family Trust owns this two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building located at 1664-1670 Fell Street in the Park North neighborhood. Built in 1900, the property has undergone significant renovations in recent years, with major work occurring between 2022-2023 including foundation replacement, seismic upgrades, and extensive unit remodeling. These improvements involved temporary shoring construction ($12,000), rear roof raising, deck enclosure, concrete stem walls, and comprehensive plumbing and electrical system upgrades across all units, with work totaling over $62,000. Noteworthy plumbing work included major fixture relocations, installation of four new bathrooms, and furnace modifications, while electrical upgrades involved panel replacements and complete rewiring of units. The building previously faced several building violations in 2001 related to fire safety and other concerns, which were promptly abated.

Recent complaints filed in 2023 raised concerns about unpermitted construction work, including significant basement excavation and unauthorized modifications, though these complaints are now marked as not active. The property has a history of infrastructure maintenance, with records showing sewer repairs, water heater installations, and gas line work through the years. Regular electrical maintenance has been documented, including circuit upgrades and appliance installations. The building's parking and access issues have been frequently addressed, with multiple citations issued for parking violations in late 2024. Recent 311 calls have primarily concerned graffiti removal and parking enforcement. While the property has undergone substantial improvements and major system upgrades, the recent complaints regarding unpermitted work and modifications have been noted as a significant concern in the building's recent history.

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Risk rating

How 1664-1670 Fell 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
4thpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 765 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
32%
No DBI
violation
68%
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.

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.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 68%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1664-1670 Fell St event timeline

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

2025
Building Violation (NOV) Jul 16
As observed during complaint inspection - both clean out - b w valve covers require replacement <in driveways>. -maintenance- dbi michael allen pid 628.652.3674 code/sections: cpc chapters 1-7 monthly monitoring fee applies. code/section: sfbc 110a, table 1a-k
DBI ComplaintJul 16
Damaged sewer cover in driveway.

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