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976-978 Noe St

Noe Valley, SF 94114 3624006 2 units · 2 fl · 1912

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Noe Valley — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.2
2
FewerMore

This building has 2 novs (7y), above the Noe Valley average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 976-978 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 1912
2 or more units
2 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 1912
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 built1912
Total area2,662 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3624006
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
976 Noe St San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale
—

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978 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114
976 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 976 Noe Street in Noe Valley is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1912, currently owned by Fornesi Rosa. The building's permit history reveals several significant modifications over the past three decades. In 1993, there was a notable permit (9309020) related to the removal of an illegal unit at ground level, along with the legalization of two rooms and a bathroom, costing approximately $17,040. A reroofing project was attempted in 1996 under permit 9621477, though this permit ultimately expired. The most recent permitted work was a street space permit issued in 2005 (M33198) with no associated costs.

The property has been subject to multiple 311 calls regarding abandoned vehicles in the immediate vicinity, with three separate incidents recorded between 2015 and 2024. These incidents, while not directly related to the building's condition or safety, may impact the neighborhood environment. The most recent event occurred in July 2024, involving an abandoned vehicle that was gone upon arrival of the enforcement team. Prior to that, in November 2018, a green Ford vehicle was towed for outstanding tickets, and in March 2015, a beige safari van was reported but left before enforcement arrived. While these vehicle incidents highlight some parking enforcement challenges in the area, they don't provide direct insights into the residential building's current condition or management.

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Risk rating

How 976-978 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
46thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1015 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
74%
No DBI
violation
26%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 26%
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

976-978 Noe St event timeline

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2026
Electrical Permit Feb 03
Additional work in ref to e202504302089. upgrade main service to 200 amp
Issued
DBI ComplaintJan 09
Date last observed: 08-jan-26; time last observed: 1:2:00; exact location: garage; building type: residence/dwelling water intrusion; work beyond scope of permit; work being done in dangerous manner; ; additional information: putting in new steel beams (lowered floor) and dropped beam on a car. ;

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