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3975 Cesar Chavez St

Noe Valley, SF 94131 6579033 2 units · 3 fl · 1900

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. 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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 3975 Cesar Chavez 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 1900
2 or more units
2 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 1900
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
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area3,985 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6579033
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Keller Christian Trustee 3342 16Th St San Francisco CA 94114
Last sale
May 10, 2021

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Initial analysis

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 3975 Cesar Chavez St in Noe Valley, owned by Christian Keller Revocable Trust, has undergone significant renovations and infrastructure improvements over recent years. Built in 1900, this two-story flats and duplex structure has seen substantial work since 2022, including a major $554,000 renovation in late 2022 involving foundation replacement, window upgrades, door replacements, and deck modifications. Of particular note is the ongoing installation of a fire sprinkler system, with permits issued in 2024 showing the implementation of NFPA 13D and 24 systems, suggesting improved safety features being added to the building. The property has also experienced recent HVAC upgrades, with permits showing the installation of multiple mini-split systems and forced air systems throughout the building in mid-2024.

The building's history includes some concerning safety issues, most notably an active complaint from 2001 regarding collapsed rear stairs and an unpermitted deck construction issue. However, substantial efforts have been made to improve the building's infrastructure, including a significant electrical upgrade underway as of December 2024, doubling the service capacity from 200 amps to 400 amps. Recent plumbing work has focused on comprehensive remodeling of two kitchens, three and a half bathrooms, and related infrastructure improvements. While there have been several parking-related complaints in the area and some issues with waste receptacles, these are generally routine neighborhood concerns and not specific to the building's condition. The extensive permit history, particularly in recent years, demonstrates ongoing investment in the property's maintenance and safety systems, with most recent permits focusing on fire safety and climate control improvements.

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Risk rating

How 3975 Cesar Chavez 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
94thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 113 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
93%
No DBI
violation
7%
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.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

Neighborhood location

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

Property class: single-family home

Single-family homes (class A) have distinct violation and complaint patterns from multi-family buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 7%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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3975 Cesar Chavez St event timeline

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2025
Plumbing Permit Jul 18
Work category: 4pa; head and blue inspection for fire sprinkler system
Complete
Building PermitJul 16
Modify (e) nfpa 13d fire sprinkler system by adding and relocating sprinklers for new stairs & lighting layout connecting 1st & 2nd floor and new skylight added on 3rd fl as needed to maintain code compliance. ref pa 202506178885

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