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3805-3809 26Th St

Noe Valley, SF 94131 6566045 4 units · 2 fl · 1910

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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
At or below average
avg 1.2
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Noe Valley average of 1.2.

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 3805-3809 26Th 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 1910
2 or more units
4 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 1910
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
Floors2
Year built1910
Total area3,473 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6566045
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Debbie C Wayne, Trustee 1478 15Th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
October 19, 2016

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1300 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94131
3807 26th St, San Francisco, CA 94131
3809 26th St, San Francisco, CA 94131
3805 26th St, San Francisco, CA 94131
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Initial analysis

The property at 3805-3809 26th Street is a two-story multi-family residential building with four units, constructed in 1910 and owned by Lester J & Debbie C Wayne R. The building experienced significant hardship in 2018 when it suffered fire damage, resulting in a series of inspections and multiple permits for repairs totaling $52,000. These repairs included window and door installations, siding replacement, floor refinishing, and other interior work. The building experienced substantial maintenance issues in 2018, with documented violations including problems with weatherproofing, heating systems, and hot water systems, as well as security concerns related to doors and windows. These violations have mostly been resolved, though there are some active issues regarding fire safety equipment and potential lead hazards.

In terms of infrastructure updates, the building has seen several improvements over the years, including recent plumbing work for an electric water heater installation in March 2024. Prior improvements include electrical upgrades in 2018 following the fire damage, including cable replacement in the overhead service riser and gas line pressure testing. The property underwent several use transitions, most notably converting from a non-conforming retail coffee shop to a self-service restaurant in 2012. Historical maintenance records show ongoing upkeep, including dry rot repairs to the back stairs in 2014, window replacements in 1996, and various electrical upgrades between 2004-2018. More recently, the building has faced issues with graffiti, with multiple cases reported in 2023-2024, though these are primarily exterior cosmetic concerns. The property has maintained compliance with most building codes, though there have been periodic violations requiring attention, particularly during the 2018 incident year.

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Risk rating

How 3805-3809 26Th 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
10thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1691 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
48%
No DBI
violation
52%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 52%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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3805-3809 26Th St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Feb 20
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311 RequestJan 30
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