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164-168 28Th St

Noe Valley, SF 94131 6600017 3 units · 2 fl · 1905

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 164-168 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 1905
2 or more units
3 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 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
Floors2
Year built1905
Total area2,300 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot6600017
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Allrise Capital Inc 200 Spectrum Center #1450 Irvine CA 92618
Last sale
November 06, 2015

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164 28th St, San Francisco, CA 94131
168 28th St, San Francisco, CA 94131
166 28th St, San Francisco, CA 94131
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 164 28th Street in Noe Valley, owned by Maxvi 1 LLC, has undergone significant maintenance and renovation work in recent years, particularly regarding roof repairs and infrastructure updates. Most notably, the property experienced multiple roof-related issues, with work completed at both the front ($12,000) and rear ($10,000) buildings in December 2024, following the replacement of wet sheetrock due to a leaking roof in November 2023. The building has seen substantial kitchen improvements, with plumbing and electrical upgrades completed in late 2023, including new drain, vent, water lines, and gas line relocations, as well as kitchen rewiring and sub-panel relocation.

The property has a documented history of maintenance challenges and tenant complaints, particularly regarding water damage, mold issues, and general disrepair. In 2018, significant concerns were raised about severe mold in all units, a deteriorating rear fire escape, security fence issues, and problems with windows, doors, heaters, and bathroom appliances. Earlier complaints from 2016 documented issues with a leaking toilet, broken bathroom window, and patio safety concerns, while multiple housing code violations were issued in January 2016 related to toilet repairs, deck repairs, smoke detector maintenance, and wall damage, all of which were abated by April 2016. Recent complaints from October 2023 regarding unpermitted construction work and trash disposal from the roof were filed but resolved through the appropriate channels.

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Risk rating

How 164-168 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
21stpercentile

Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1484 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
60%
No DBI
violation
40%
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 complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

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 40%
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

164-168 28Th St event timeline

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

2026
Electrical Permit Jun 16
Remove existing service panels with 60 amp main breakers and install new 100 amp main breakers panels
Issued
DBI ComplaintJun 15
Construction is on adu in the back. lots of dusts from dry cutting blocks. dusts are going into nearby residences. (311 sr 101004255489)

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