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1407 Cole St

Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights, SF 94117 1290002 2 units · 2 fl · 1908

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 1407 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 1908
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1908
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1908
Total area3,000 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1290002
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Robert Charles Mackersie & 1407 Cole St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
June 30, 1992

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1407 Cole Street in the Parnassus/Ashbury Heights neighborhood is a well-maintained 2-story flats and duplex structure built in 1908, currently owned by the Mackersie-Tillotson Trust 2. The property has undergone several significant renovations over the years, with the most recent permit issued in July 2024 for the construction of a 10-foot rear yard fence. Previous substantial improvements include a comprehensive kitchen and powder room remodel in 2018 ($25,000), complete bathroom renovations in 2010 ($30,000), and various electrical and plumbing upgrades during these remodels. The building's structural integrity was addressed early in its history, with supporting wall construction in the basement completed in 1989, following earlier bathroom and kitchen remodels in 1988.

The property has experienced minimal serious issues over its history, with only one significant incident recorded in November 2019 involving a sewage backup caused by tenant misuse of plumbing facilities, which was promptly resolved by PUC Sewer Operations. Other incidents have been relatively minor and mostly unrelated to the building's condition, including parking enforcement issues and reports of abandoned vehicles in the area. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep and modernization, including a complete reroofing in 2003 and various interior improvements, indicating proactive management of the property. The most recent improvements, including the upcoming fence installation, suggest continued investment in the property's maintenance and enhancements.

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Risk rating

How 1407 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

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
74thpercentile

Out of 526 buildings in this neighborhood, 137 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
85%
No DBI
violation
15%
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.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Building age

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 15%
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

1407 Cole St event timeline

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

2024
Planning Record Jul 26
Construct 10ft fence along rear property line.
Closed
Building PermitJul 25
Build rear yard 10' fence

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