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226 27Th St

Noe Valley, SF 94131 6578047 10 units · 3 fl · 1963

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. 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 Noe Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 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 226 27Th 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 1963
2 or more units
10 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1963
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
Units10
Floors3
Year built1963
Total area6,760 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6578047
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
226 27th St Unit 7 San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale
August 31, 2012

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

Located in San Francisco's Noe Valley neighborhood, 226 27th Street is a three-story, 10-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1963 and owned by Peter Catalanotti. The property has undergone significant renovations and maintenance over the past decade, with the most recent work being a complete reroofing project in November 2023 valued at $23,800. Between 2012-2013, substantial improvements were made including plumbing upgrades, window replacements, kitchen remodels in units 5 and 10, and electrical system upgrades. The building faced several serious issues between 2007-2010, including unauthorized remodeling work violations in multiple units, fire safety concerns regarding fire escapes and combustible materials, and problems with rainwater piping. These violations were ultimately resolved, with the last major issue being a hazardous materials complaint in October 2023 that was corrected by December 2023.

The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including exterior resealing work in 2017, window replacements in 2015, and various plumbing and electrical improvements. Planning records indicate a proposal to replace the building's rear fire escape with a new stairway, though there has been previous discussion about legalizing an 11th unit which was ultimately disapproved. The property has a history of parking-related complaints and 311 calls regarding various maintenance issues, which are common for multi-unit buildings in San Francisco. A tenant buyout occurred in January 2024, resulting in one tenant leaving the property with an $18,000 payment. The building's recent history suggests improved maintenance practices, with fewer recurring violations or complaints in recent years compared to the earlier period of significant code enforcement activity between 2007-2010.

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Risk rating

How 226 27Th 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
7thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1747 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
42%
No DBI
violation
58%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 58%
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

226 27Th St event timeline

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

2024
Tenant Buyout Jan 11
Tenant buyout · $18,000
1 tenant(s)

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