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153-155 Noe St

Duboce Triangle, SF 94114 3541032 4 units · 3 fl · 1900

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 Duboce Triangle — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Duboce Triangle average of 2.3.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 153-155 Noe 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
RM1
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
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area5,952 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3541032
Ownership

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

Mailing address
153 Noe St San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale

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153 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114
155 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The three-story multi-family residential building at 153-155 Noe Street in Duboce Triangle, owned by Brian Byunggook Lee, has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects since its construction in 1900. Most notably, in 2017, there were multiple unit renovations including unauthorized kitchen and bathroom remodels, flooring replacements, and a gas fireplace installation in Unit 97. The building has received proper attention to essential systems, with recent improvements including reroofing work in 2017 costing $22,740, termite repairs in early 2017, and HVAC upgrades including a new furnace installation and electrical panel relocation. A significant garage conversion project was completed in 2004-2005, which included fire sprinkler installation and a new electrical meter system. The property has experienced some maintenance issues requiring attention from city services, particularly regarding street cleaning and waste management, with multiple 311 calls in the past year related to garbage, debris, and abandoned items.

The building's history includes two smoke detector malfunctions as recorded by fire services, though no civilian injuries were reported in either incident. Multiple unauthorized rental activity complaints have been filed and subsequently closed as "Abated," suggesting enforcement action was taken against illegal short-term rentals operating from various units. While the majority of building permits have been properly managed and completed, there is one cancelled electrical permit from 2018 related to garage ventilation. Recent 311 calls from 2024 indicate ongoing urban challenges in the immediate vicinity, including parking violations and litter concerns, though these are typical for the neighborhood and not specifically related to building conditions.

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Risk rating

How 153-155 Noe 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
25thpercentile

Out of 287 buildings in this neighborhood, 215 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
54%
No DBI
violation
46%
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.

Number of units

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

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

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
Moderate failure risk 46%
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

153-155 Noe St event timeline

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

2026
Planning Record May 18
Approved - section 188.1 of the planning code - Renovation of 3rd/f unit (155 Noe) new skylight above kitchen & parapet fire wall protection. Kitchen remodel. New tankless water heater in unit to replace existing garage - Existing, noncomplying structures located in the required yard may be repaired, altered, relocated or enlarged, even if the alterations increase the intensity of the nonconformity, if necessary to comply with current Building Code standards. This includes features like required fire-rated walls.
Closed
Planning RecordMay 14
New skylight and parapet wall in the rear of the property. Parapet wall not to exceed 30". Replacing existing door in the rear with new french doors. No work visible from the public right of way.

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