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270 Parker Ave

Lone Mountain, SF 94118 1087015 2 units · 2 fl · 1923

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Lone Mountain — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.9
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above the Lone Mountain average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 270 Parker 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 1923
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1923
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 built1923
Total area2,708 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1087015
Ownership

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

Mailing address
C/o Sterling Sam P.O. Box 733 Ross CA 94957
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 270 Parker Ave in Lone Mountain, owned by the Sam Family Bypass Trust, was constructed in 1923 and has undergone several significant maintenance and compliance events throughout its history. The most notable recent issues arose in late 2015 through early 2016, when multiple building violations were documented, including problems with weather proofing, lead hazards due to damaged paint, front stair repairs, electrical issues, and mold in bathroom walls, all of which were ultimately resolved by March 2017 through various permits and corrections. The property has undergone important infrastructure improvements, including a sewer line replacement in 2012 and the installation of handrails on front stairs in 2017 to comply with city orders. Earlier history includes a 1991 permit to correct illegal basement conversion work. More recently, there have been multiple reports regarding tree root damage to the sidewalk near the property, with the most recent complaints in 2024, indicating an ongoing issue with urban forestry management and maintenance in the vicinity of the property. The building has also experienced various maintenance issues in its history, including problems with windows, drains, appliances, and electrical systems, though most have been addressed through appropriate permits and inspections.

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Risk rating

How 270 Parker 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
46thpercentile

Out of 519 buildings in this neighborhood, 280 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
84%
No DBI
violation
16%
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.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 16%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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