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25-29 Barcelona Ave

Anza Vista, SF 94115 1113010 2 units · 2 fl · 1948

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Anza Vista — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.3
9
FewerMore

This building has 9 novs (7y), above the Anza Vista average of 1.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 25-29 Barcelona 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 1948
2 or more units
2 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 1948
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 built1948
Total area3,113 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1113010
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Po Box 20095 Oakland CA 94620
Last sale
February 18, 2003

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27 Barcelona Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
29 Barcelona Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
25 Barcelona Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The Wong Sherman A-owned multi-family residential building at 25-29 Barcelona Ave is a two-unit, two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1948, currently undergoing reroofing work as of January 2025. The property has experienced several maintenance and safety issues over the years, most notably a series of window-related complaints and repairs from 2010 through 2023, including problems with weatherproofing, secure locking, and general condition. Recent significant issues include water damage concerns from late 2022 through early 2023 (resolved by February 2023), and numerous interior surface problems noted in 2023 related to lead paint hazards and window repairs. The building has undergone various improvements and renovations, including a major 2006-2007 project modifying interior spaces and upgrading windows, followed by multiple associated permits for electrical, plumbing, and structural work.

Historical records show periodic routine inspections and several notable violations requiring correction, including fire safety issues in 2003 (resolved within a month) and multiple complaints about windows, carpets, and interior conditions between 2010 and 2023. The property has had several completed renovation projects between 2006-2008, including bathroom additions, window replacements, and fireplace improvements, though there were instances of work beyond permitted scope. Recent maintenance efforts appear to be ongoing, with the building owner addressing various improvement needs through multiple permits, including the current reroofing project.

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Risk rating

How 25-29 Barcelona 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
18thpercentile

Out of 136 buildings in this neighborhood, 112 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
59%
No DBI
violation
41%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Notices of Violation (past 7 years)

DBI issued Notices of Violation at this address over the last 7 years — a direct record of code enforcement activity.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 41%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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25-29 Barcelona Ave event timeline

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2025
Building Permit Jan 09
Reroofing- no torch
$7,500 · Complete

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