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163-167 Belvedere St

Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights, SF 94117 1252016 3 units · 3 fl · 1900

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 163-167 Belvedere 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
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area3,900 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1252016
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1515 Union St Unit 6d San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
October 20, 2020

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165 Belvedere St, San Francisco, CA 94117
167 Belvedere St, San Francisco, CA 94117
163 Belvedere St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-story, multi-family residential building at 163-167 Belvedere Street in the Parnassus/Ashbury Heights neighborhood, owned by Belvedere SF Property LLC, has undergone substantial renovations and improvements over the past few years. Most recently, in August 2023, there was a partial foundation replacement of the common wall at the front section of the building, which was completed at a cost of $8,000. The property underwent significant interior upgrades between 2022-2023, including a comprehensive renovation of kitchens and bathrooms across units ($75,000 each), electrical system overhauls with panel upgrades and installation of LED lighting, and plumbing improvements including water heater installations and furnace replacement. These renovations also involved removing an attic bathroom, interior wall modifications on level three, and chimney removal in the basement. The building's electrical system received particular attention, with multiple permits issued for panel upgrades, wiring improvements, and installation of recessed lighting throughout the units.

Historically, the building has experienced various maintenance issues, with some requiring attention from Housing Inspection Services, including handrail installation and fire safety improvements, though all violations have been marked as "Not Active" after correction. A fire complaint regarding combustible materials was filed and resolved in December 2018. The building has seen some infrastructure challenges in recent years, particularly with sewer issues, evidenced by two complaints about sewage backup in 2020 and 2021, and multiple 311 calls regarding exterior maintenance, including issues with garbage and debris. The property has undergone regular inspections every few years, with the most recent routine inspection noted in October 2014 showing no active violations. The extensive recent renovations and ongoing maintenance suggest proactive property management, though the building's age (constructed in 1900) and mixed history of maintenance issues warrant continued attention to building systems and infrastructure.

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Risk rating

How 163-167 Belvedere 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
97thpercentile

Out of 526 buildings in this neighborhood, 16 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
94%
No DBI
violation
6%
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.

Building permits (past 7 years)

Number of permits pulled at this address — construction or renovation activity over 7 years.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 6%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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163-167 Belvedere St event timeline

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