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178-182 Montana St

Oceanview, SF 94112 7056017 2 units · 2 fl · 1903

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low 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 Oceanview — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Oceanview average of 1.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 178-182 Montana 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 1903
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH1
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 1903
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
Floors2
Year built1903
Total area1,825 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot7056017
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1256 Howard St San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale
November 29, 1995

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182 Montana St, San Francisco, CA 94112
178 Montana St, San Francisco, CA 94112
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Initial analysis

The 178-182 Montana Street property is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1903, currently owned by Stts Apartments LLC. The building's recent history includes several significant developments: in 2013, a kitchen remodel was completed on the second floor at a cost of $10,000, and in 2024, there were complaints regarding unlicensed auto repair activities that were investigated by fire services, with one case resulting in corrective action. The property is currently undergoing a major transformation under SB-9, with plans for a lot split and the construction of a new two-story building with two additional dwelling units, including an ADU, at the rear of the existing lot. This project also aims to legalize an existing Unauthorized Dwelling Unit (UDU) as a State ADU in the front building. Historical records show that a security concern was briefly addressed in 1997 regarding a roof window that was potentially compromising building security.

The property has experienced recurring issues with garbage and debris management in recent months, with multiple reports between January 7-14, 2025, noting problems with abandoned furniture and garbage. Several public health and environmental health requests are currently open as of January 2025. The building's maintenance history shows both improvements and challenges, with documented window installations in 1983 and various fire safety complaints over the years, including one in 2013 regarding combustible materials that required correction. Parking concerns in the vicinity have also been noted, with recent reports of illegal parking and abandoned vehicles.

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Risk rating

How 178-182 Montana 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
72ndpercentile

Out of 79 buildings in this neighborhood, 22 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
82%
No DBI
violation
18%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 18%
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

178-182 Montana St event timeline

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2026
Electrical Permit May 07
Online electrical permit: category 4a: installation of fire warning and controlled devices of up to 2,500 ft². installation of a new sprinkler monitoring system .
Issued
Plumbing PermitMay 03
Work category: 1m; install 3 heat pump system and drain condensation

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