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2511 Octavia St

Pacific Heights, SF 94123 0567006 3 units · 2 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 Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Pacific Heights average of 1.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2511 Octavia 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
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 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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area2,450 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot0567006
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Shahjahan Riyad & Jiwaji Aa 2511 Octavia St San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
May 01, 2008

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Initial analysis

The property at 2511 Octavia Street is a 2-story, 3-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1900, currently owned by the Shahjahan Family Trust. The building has undergone several significant structural improvements, most notably recent foundation work in 2023-2024 involving seismic strengthening and concrete encapsulation of the existing brick foundation, with additional reinforcement work permitted in May 2024 (cost: $50,001). This follows a history of foundation and moisture-related issues, as evidenced by multiple termite and dry rot repairs executed between 2000-2004, including a substantial correction of foundation problems along the south wall in 2000 (cost: $20,000).

The building has experienced a concerning pattern of fire safety violations, with multiple citations issued annually between 2016 and 2024. Recent violations in 2024 include issues with fire escape maintenance and emergency plans, while previous years' violations addressed various safety systems such as emergency lighting, sprinkler/standpipe systems, and documentation requirements. In terms of maintenance and improvements, the property has seen various residential upgrades, including a kitchen remodel in 2008 (counter and flooring replacement), bathroom renovations in 2007, and multiple plumbing and electrical updates during these periods. The most recent building permit activity has focused on structural improvements, indicating ongoing attention to building safety and stability. The property has also experienced recurring issues with driveway access, with multiple parking enforcement calls between 2018 and 2024, though these are not directly related to building conditions.

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Risk rating

How 2511 Octavia 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
74thpercentile

Out of 963 buildings in this neighborhood, 250 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

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.

Owner's portfolio size

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

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 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

2511 Octavia St event timeline

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2026
Building Permit Apr 27
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202312212948, 202405222695. all work is complete.
$1 · Complete

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