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831-833 Central Ave

North Panhandle, SF 94115 1160003 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

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 North Panhandle — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the North Panhandle average of 1.7.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 831-833 Central 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 1900
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area1,360 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1160003
Ownership

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

Mailing address
833 Central Ave San Francisco CA 94115
Last sale
June 22, 2012

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833 Central Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
831 Central Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Initial analysis

The 2-unit residential building at 831-833 Central Avenue, owned by Brian & Lindsey Schrader, is a two-story structure built in 1900 in the Park North neighborhood. The property underwent significant renovations between 2012-2013, including comprehensive interior work on both units, electrical updates with complete rewiring and new distribution panels, plumbing system remodeling, and window replacements, with total renovation costs exceeding $50,000. Three building complaints were filed in 2021 regarding potentially hazardous lead paint handling during exterior work, though these cases are listed as not active. Prior to the major renovations, there was one building complaint in 2012 about unpermitted construction work and debris, which was resolved shortly after filing.

Recent activity at the property has primarily consisted of parking-related issues, with multiple complaints about sidewalk parking and driveway blocking between 2021 and 2024. While the building's major systems were updated in 2012-2013, including a new 200-amp overhead electrical service, there have been no recorded major building permits or renovations in recent years. The property has maintained basic building and safety compliance since the earlier complaints, with no recent building inspection issues noted. The most current records as of October 2023 show the building's systems and structure have remained stable since the major renovations, though the absence of recent permits could warrant attention to routine maintenance and systems upkeep. The building's historical records show earlier improvements including reroofing in 1994 and interior updates in 1997, suggesting attention to maintenance over the property's lifespan.

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Risk rating

How 831-833 Central 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 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 654 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
53%
No DBI
violation
47%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 47%
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

831-833 Central Ave event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2021
DBI Complaint Jul 29
Painters scraping paint off of exterior of building, customer concerned with lead in paint. they have been doing work on property for a week.
Housing Inspection Services
DBI ComplaintJun 24
Resident is concerned that the paint work and construction at this location is not properly done. there is no containment of lead based paint, etc. please inspect.

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