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172-180 6th St, San Francisco, CA 94103

28
Complaints
0
Fire Incidents
1146
311 Calls
4
Permits

Risk Assessment

3
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Presidio Heights with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 3% chance of no major maintenance issues.
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The 76-unit, 6-story apartment building at 172-180 6th Street, built in 1913 and currently owned by Mercy Housing California XXII, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most concerning are three recent complaints from 2024 regarding window safety, indicating hazardous conditions with falling window components, and reported issues with mold in showers and restrooms. The building has a documented history of water damage, with repairs needed in multiple units and common areas in 2022, and ongoing concerns about elevator functionality, security systems, and maintenance of common areas.

A pattern of fire safety system violations is evident, with multiple citations for alarm system maintenance issues between 2020 and 2024, though these were generally corrected promptly. The property has undergone various repairs and improvements, including a comprehensive fire alarm system installation in 2019 (valued at $148,200) and recent permits issued in 2024 for security improvements, community room modernization, and laundry room maintenance totaling over $680,000. Historical violations from 2016-2017 involving lead paint, mold, and interior surface issues were ultimately abated by March 2019.

Recent maintenance work has focused on addressing water damage, window retrofitting, and general repairs, with multiple permits issued in 2023-2024 for various improvements including drywall repairs, electrical upgrades, and common area maintenance. The building's documented fire incidents have primarily been false alarms or unintentional activations, with no reported civilian injuries. However, the recent pattern of complaints regarding window safety, mold, and common area maintenance suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident safety. The property management has generally addressed violations and maintenance issues once they are formally documented, though there are periodic recurring problems with basic building systems that affect resident comfort and safety.

Last updated: January 17, 2025
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Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the safest 20% of buildings in South of Market.

Building Characteristics

Total units 76
Year built 1913
Total area 38850 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class A15 - Apartment 15 Units or more
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Key Building Statistics

28
Building Complaints
Number of complaints filed with the Department of Building Inspection in the last 7 years.
31
Code Violations
Building code violations issued by DBI in the last 7 years.
0
Fire Incidents
Total number of fire incidents reported at this building.
2
DBI Director Hearings
Number of Director's Hearings held by DBI in the last 7 years.
1146
311 Calls
Number of 311 calls for this building.
0
Fire Injuries
Number of fire injuries reported by SFFD.
4
Building Permits
Number of building permits issued by DBI.

Included Addresses

  • 180 06th St, San Francisco CA 94103
  • 174 06th St, San Francisco CA 94103
  • 172 06th St, San Francisco CA 94103

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172-180 6th St Landlord Information

Ownership Data

Ownership data from the Secured Roll (property tax) provided by the SF Assessor-Recorder.

NameAddress
Mercy Housing Calif XxiiAsset Management 1600 Broadway Ste 2000 Denver CO 80202

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172-180 6th St Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1979
Units
More than 1 unit
Rent Board Registration
Not applicable
Additional Info
N/A
Year BuiltUnitsRent Board RegistrationAdditional Info
Before 1979 >1 unit N/A N/A

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311 Housing Complaints

The table below shows the 311 housing complaints received regarding the conditions at 172-180 6th St, as well as requests for service nearby.

OpenedCategoryResponsible AgencyRequest TypeRequest DetailsStatus
2025-07-31 14:58:14+00:00 Encampment Healthy Streets Operation Center - IndividualNoneNone Closed
2025-07-30 10:29:05+00:00 Street and Sidewalk Cleaning PW - Street and Environmental Servicesgarbage_and_debrishuman_waste_or_urine Closed
2025-07-29 16:14:34+00:00 Encampment Healthy Streets Operation CenterencampmentNone Closed
2025-07-28 13:10:35+00:00 General Request Healthy Streets Operation Centerhomelessness_and_supportive_housinghousing_homeless request_for_service Closed
2025-07-28 13:06:55+00:00 Tree Maintenance PW - Street and Environmental Serviceslandscapingbackfill_tree_basin Open
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DBI Complaints

Complaints received by the Department of Building Inspection.

Date FiledDate AbatedAssigned DivisionComplaint DescriptionStatusLink
2025-04-11 00:00:00+00:002025-04-14 00:00:00+00:00Building Inspection DivisionThere is a permit posted to install a handicap door that does not look legit. it's just plain piece of paper. they should not have been issued this permit because this building is over 100 years old and has asbestos. there are a lot of code violations for plumbing and electrical and should not be drilling holes. (311 sr 101001751365) Not Active View on DBI
2025-04-08 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesWork in lobby creating dust Not Active View on DBI
2024-12-20 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesMold in showers, restrooms/room, 14 deaths reported last year, od etc. Not Active View on DBI
2024-10-07 00:00:00+00:00NoneHousing Inspection ServicesCustomer states that the bottom half of the bedroom window fell out over her and landed next to her dresser at this location. the last time the top half came out and fell on someone laying in bed. Not Active View on DBI
2024-08-29 00:00:00+00:002024-08-30 00:00:00+00:00Housing Inspection ServicesLose threats on stair case 2nd to 6th floor. carpet is filthy Not Active View on DBI
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DBI Violations

Building code violations records.

Date FiledDate AbatedItemViolation DescriptionStatus
2024-03-22T00:00:00.000Z inspector comments due to the violations noted, this property constitutes a nuisance per the san francisco housing code section 1001(d) it is the property owner¿s responsibility to be present or direct his/her representative to attend, the reinspection as scheduled on this notice of violation for the purpose of providing entry to the inspector of those areas not accessed during the initial inspection as specified, and/or to provide access to all areas cited within this notice. if the property owner cannot attend the scheduled reinspection (as specified on this notice) it is his/her responsibility to secure a different inspection date and time with the inspector, and provide all tenants with notification as required by california civil code section 1954 (san francisco housing code section 303(b), if any dwellings, apartment units or guest rooms are to be accessed during the reinspection. other sectionnot active
2024-03-22T00:00:00.000Z this notice includes violations for the areas noted. this notice of violation describes violations found at the common areas of the subject property located at 172 6th st. building sectionnot active
2024-03-22T00:00:00.000Z clean or sanitize (1306 hc) clean/sanitize the carpeting in the common areas as needed. sanitation sectionnot active
2024-03-22T00:00:00.000Z repair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc) repair/replace floor coverings in the common areas as needed. at the time of inspection it was noted that there was an area of flooring visible from unit 315 that was being repaired. interior surfaces sectionnot active
2023-06-26T00:00:00.000Z repair damaged walls and ceilings (1001b,h,o hc) make repairs to the walls and ceilings of unit 315 as needed. at the time of damage smoke damage was noted. interior surfaces sectionnot active
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Fire Violations

Fire code violations recorded by the San Francisco Fire Department.

Violation DateDisposition DateAddressViolation DescriptionStatus
2024-04-04T00:00:00.000Z172 - 180 06th Stalarm system maintained abated
2023-01-03T00:00:00.000Z172 - 180 06th Stalarm system maintained abated
2020-03-02T00:00:00.000Z162 - 170 06th Stsprinkler / sprinkler valves abated
2020-03-02T00:00:00.000Z162 - 170 06th Stalarm system maintained abated
2020-03-02T00:00:00.000Z162 - 170 06th Stbuilding owner contact posting requirement abated
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Fire Incidents

Historical fire incident records for the property.

Incident DatePrimary SituationIgnition CauseCivilian Injuries
2025-01-13 00:00:00+00:00151 Outside rubbish, trash or waste fireNone0
2024-12-19 00:00:00+00:00700 False alarm or false call, otherNone0
2024-11-30 00:00:00+00:00151 Outside rubbish, trash or waste fireNone0
2024-09-22 00:00:00+00:00151 Outside rubbish, trash or waste fireNone0
2024-06-03 00:00:00+00:00113 Cooking fire, confined to containerNone0
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Building Permits

Permit records for 172-180 6th St.

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Electrical Permits

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