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60 28Th St

Noe Valley, SF 94110 6599010 6 units · 2 fl · 1961

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems 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
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 60 28Th 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 1961
2 or more units
6 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 1961
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
Units6
Floors2
Year built1961
Total area4,710 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusWelfare
Blocklot6599010
Ownership

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

Mailing address
2301 Mission St Ste 301 San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
December 15, 2017

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Initial analysis

The six-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 60 28th St in Noe Valley, owned by Meda Small Properties LLC and built in 1961, has undergone significant renovations and faced various maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, the building completed its mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2018, demonstrating compliance with seismic safety requirements. Recent improvements include a 2024 fire alarm system upgrade costing $22,640 to meet current code requirements, substantial 2018 renovations totaling approximately $250,000 involving kitchen and bathroom remodels in all units, window replacements, and electrical system upgrades including new 200A service and subpanel relocations for all units. The building has also seen significant plumbing infrastructure improvements, including a 2018 main sewer line replacement and shower valve replacements.

The property has a history of maintenance issues that have required attention, particularly between 2016-2019. These included multiple building code violations in 2016 related to mold/mildew, fire escape maintenance, and various interior surface problems, all of which were abated by August 2016. There were notable plumbing and water intrusion issues in 2017-2019, including repeated water damage in the entry area and concerns about the building's heating system and hot water supply. More recent complaints through 2023-2024 have primarily concerned parking issues and tree maintenance. The building's management has generally addressed violations and maintenance issues, as evidenced by the completion of numerous permits and prompt responses to most complaints, though there was one instance of construction noise complaints in 2018 related to work hours.

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Risk rating

How 60 28Th 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
4thpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1804 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
35%
No DBI
violation
65%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Director's hearing rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building rate of director's hearings across the owner's portfolio.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 65%
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

60 28Th St event timeline

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

2025
Electrical Permit Oct 29
Ref: witness test fee for e202510076210
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Electrical PermitOct 07
Online electrical permit: 60 of buildings of 6 dwelling units or less. modification of an existing fire alarm system by upgrading the fire panel, update all existing devices to be compatible with new facp and provide low frequency sounders in all sleeping areas to meet

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