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1836 Divisadero St

Lower Pacific Heights, SF 94115 1050018 4 units · 3 fl · 1988

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 Lower Pacific Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lower Pacific Heights average of 1.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1836 Divisadero 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 1988
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 1988
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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
Units4
Floors3
Year built1988
Total area6,768 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1050018
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Tong Howard & Cindy Trustee 100 Westgate Dr San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
February 20, 2004

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Initial analysis

The property at 1836 Divisadero Street is a 3-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building with ground floor commercial space, constructed in 1988 and currently owned by Tong Family Trust. The building has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues over the years, with the most recent significant complaint filed in March 2024 regarding sidewalk conditions. Between 2003 and 2004, the building faced multiple interior surface violations involving water damage and ceiling repairs, which were addressed by February 2004. The building underwent substantial mechanical work in 2006-2007, including fire suppression system installation and kitchen exhaust fan relocation, following several violations related to a hood and vent system. There were also persistent water-related issues, with complaints about leaky roofs and damaged ceilings appearing in 2004 and 2007.

Recent history shows continued attention to mechanical systems, with noise complaints logged in 2019 and 2022 regarding mechanical equipment. The building has undergone various maintenance works over the years, including reroofing in 2005, siding repairs in 2004, and electrical upgrades in 2007. Fire safety compliance has been addressed through multiple fire inspections and violations, with the most recent fire-related issues recorded in 2010 involving alarm systems and a violation for standpipe/sprinkler service from 2007. The property also generated several 311 calls regarding sidewalk conditions, noise, and cleaning issues, with the most recent complaints being resolved through normal channels, though some resulted in violations or required permits.

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Risk rating

How 1836 Divisadero 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
37thpercentile

Out of 670 buildings in this neighborhood, 422 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
65%
No DBI
violation
35%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 35%
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

1836 Divisadero St event timeline

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2026
Planning Record Apr 24
ABC referral - Type 41
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