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1237-1241 Noe St

Noe Valley, SF 94114 6548020A 3 units · 3 fl · 1905

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in 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 Noe Valley — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.2
8
FewerMore

This building has 8 novs (7y), above the Noe Valley average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1237-1241 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 1905
2 or more units
3 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 1905
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1905
Total area2,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6548020A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Sharon L English 1965 Market St San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale

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1241 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114
1237 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114
1239 Noe St, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The property at 1237-1241 Noe St in Noe Valley is a three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1905, currently owned by Webb George B & Gladys V Co. The building has undergone several significant renovations and faced multiple maintenance challenges over the past few decades. Most recently, in 2024, substantial upgrades were initiated including kitchen and bathroom renovations, new gas furnace installation, and electrical upgrades, with the work currently in progress costing approximately $75,775. The property has a concerning pattern of stairway maintenance issues, with a notable instance in 2023 involving dry rot repairs that cost $1,500, and previous violations dating back to 2003 that required stair repairs to comply with safety regulations.

Historical records show recurring compliance issues, including a 2002 lead paint violation that was abated in 2003, and multiple active violations from 2003 regarding safety concerns such as smoke detector installation, stair repairs, security requirements, and combustible storage. The building has experienced various maintenance issues in recent years, including termite concerns and mold at the rear exterior stairway (2023), and general maintenance issues (2023). Several 311 calls in 2024 suggest ongoing environmental and safety concerns, including reports of excessive noise, mechanical equipment issues, and illegal parking. While there was one fire complaint related to open flame burning in 2023, it was determined to have "No Merit," and there was a gas leak incident with no civilian injuries recorded. The building's maintenance history shows regular updates and repairs, including a reroofing project in 2004 and various interior renovations in 2016, indicating some level of ongoing property maintenance, though concerns about stairway safety and various building violations remain notable aspects of the property's history.

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Risk rating

How 1237-1241 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
23rdpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1447 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
61%
No DBI
violation
39%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 39%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1237-1241 Noe St event timeline

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2025
311 Request Oct 15
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Sewer
311 RequestJul 22
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