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48-50 Manzanita Ave

Jordan Park/Laurel Heights, SF 94118 1044021 3 units · 2 fl · 1950

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 Jordan Park/Laurel Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Jordan Park/Laurel Heights average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 48-50 Manzanita Ave 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 1950
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 1950
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 built1950
Total area3,784 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1044021
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
4444 Balboa St Apt 101 San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
April 09, 2004

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48 Manzanita Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
50 Manzanita Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The three-unit multi-family residential building at 48-50 Manzanita Avenue, located in the Jordan Park/Laurel Heights neighborhood, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1950 and currently owned by Peter Bittat Tong. The building underwent significant renovations between 2005 and 2008, including the installation of new windows, electrical systems, and heating units, along with substantial interior modifications to unit #48. Of particular note are some serious compliance issues that arose during the renovation period in 2006, when construction proceeded without required approvals and inspections, leading to two building violations related to unapproved framing and insulation work. These violations were eventually abated by March 30, 2006, following enforcement actions. The renovation work included the installation of multiple electrical circuits, window replacements, and the construction of walls to separate laundry facilities, with various permits being properly processed and completed, though some did expire before final inspection.

More recently, there was a sidewalk defect reported in March 2020, involving a collapsed section that was determined to be caused by a damaged utility vault frame, which was subsequently resolved by AT&T. The building has not had any active violations or complaints since 2008, and all major renovation work appears to have been completed, including the installation of modern amenities such as garage door openers, new electrical service, and improved HVAC systems. The extensive renovation work performed during the 2005-2008 period included comprehensive upgrades to electrical, plumbing, and heating systems, as well as major interior reconfigurations, suggesting that the building received substantial modernization during this period while also experiencing significant regulatory oversight that required resolution before project completion.

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Risk rating

How 48-50 Manzanita Ave'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
45thpercentile

Out of 272 buildings in this neighborhood, 150 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
79%
No DBI
violation
21%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 21%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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48-50 Manzanita Ave event timeline

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2025
311 Request Aug 21
Toters left out 24x7
Litter Receptacle Maintenance

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