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1022-1026 Cole St

Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights, SF 94117 1278019 3 units · 3 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 Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights
Above average
avg 0.9
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1022-1026 Cole 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
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 1907
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 built1907
Total area4,725 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1278019
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Victor Levashoff 3372 21St St San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
041917

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1026 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1022 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1024 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The property at 1022-1026 Cole Street is a three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1907, currently owned by 1022 Cole Street LLC. The building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past decade, with major work completed in 2014-2015 including kitchen and bathroom remodels, electrical upgrades, and front staircase repairs. Recent activity includes ongoing compliance work related to storage areas and fire safety requirements, with the most recent permits filed in November 2024 to address sprinkler and compartmentalization needs identified in a 2023 DBI audit. The building has a history of maintenance and safety-related issues, including several violations in 2002-2006 related to fire safety, smoke detectors, handrails, and ventilation problems, though these were all abated by October 2006. Recent plumbing and electrical improvements have included furnace installations, rewiring of units, and new water heater installations. The property has experienced periodic maintenance issues, with recent complaints in 2023 regarding expired permits and earlier concerns in 2006 about roof leaks and window problems.

The building's recent history shows ongoing attention to code compliance and safety requirements, particularly regarding fire safety systems. There have been multiple 311 calls in 2023-2024 related to parking issues, sidewalk maintenance, and general cleaning, though none indicate significant problems with the building itself. Historical violations from the 2002-2006 period were primarily addressed through various permits and improvements, including a 2016 electrical upgrade to 200-amp service and various unit remodels. The most recent active compliance issue involves a 2023 complaint regarding incomplete work related to storage and sprinkler systems, which the owner is currently addressing through the recently filed permits.

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Risk rating

How 1022-1026 Cole 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
45th percentile

Out of 526 buildings in this neighborhood, 289 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
73%
No DBI
violation
27%
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.

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 70.1%
Moderate concern 23.2%
Severe concern 6.7%
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

1022-1026 Cole St event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Feb 10
Installation of auto fire sprinkler system. underground work included. comply with nov #202307024 ref pa #2014-0423-3987
$20,000 · Issued

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