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433 Upper Ter

Buena Vista Park/Ashbury Heights, SF 94117 2629A055 8 units · 4 fl · 1977

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Buena Vista Park/Ashbury Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.6
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above the Buena Vista Park/Ashbury Heights average of 1.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 433 Upper Ter 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 1977
2 or more units
8 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 1977
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
Units8
Floors4
Year built1977
Total area12,610 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2629A055
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Noel William Hayes 1605 Lakecliff Hills Ln Austin TX 78732
Last sale
May 23, 2019

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Initial analysis

The 4-story, 8-unit multi-family residential building at 433 Upper Terrace, owned by 433 Upper Donjon LLC, has undergone significant renovations and maintenance work since its construction in 1977. Between 2021 and 2024, major improvements included comprehensive unit renovations (Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, and 8), deck modifications, and safety upgrades. The property has received substantial investment in electrical systems, including GFCI and AFCI breaker installations in 2024, and plumbing improvements with multiple unit remodels and fixture updates. The building was fully sprinklered, and fire safety was addressed through various permits, including the removal of a fire escape platform in 2023 and associated safety improvements.

The property experienced several maintenance issues in 2019, including concerns with weatherproofing, water damage, and window repairs, but these violations were promptly addressed and abated by May 2019. Recent permits indicate ongoing maintenance and improvements, with the most recent work in 2024 involving roofing revisions and electrical updates. The building's common areas have seen improvements through permits for deck modifications, roof work, and various unit-specific upgrades. While there have been some recent noise complaints and service-related issues noted through 311 calls, these are primarily related to building usage and external factors rather than structural or safety concerns.

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Risk rating

How 433 Upper Ter'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
10thpercentile

Out of 351 buildings in this neighborhood, 316 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
42%
No DBI
violation
58%
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 size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 58%
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

433 Upper Ter event timeline

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

2025
Plumbing Permit Mar 17
Work category: 1m; furnace replacement. removal and safe disposal of the existing furnace. install of new gas 80% model # 821tb36045v14 installation, same location as the previous unit.
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