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637-639 Masonic Ave

North Panhandle, SF 94117 1187002E 2 units · 2 fl · 1917

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 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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 637-639 Masonic 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 1917
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 1917
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 built1917
Total area3,110 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1187002E
Ownership

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

Mailing address
385 Talbot Ave Apt 1 Pacifica CA 94044
Last sale
January 02, 2020

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637 Masonic Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117
639 Masonic Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

This two-unit residential building, located at 637-639 Masonic Avenue in the Park North neighborhood, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1917, currently owned by Stdenny Steven & Semarapiki. The property has undergone several significant renovations in recent years, with the most substantial work occurring between 2016-2020. This included comprehensive bathroom and kitchen remodels in both units, with particular focus on unit 639 where a tub was replaced with a shower and new plumbing fixtures were added. The electrical systems were also upgraded during these renovations, including a panel upgrade to 120 amps and installation of new circuits, lighting, and appliance connections. More recent work in 2020 involved a kitchen relocation project in the second floor unit, with associated electrical and plumbing work.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to necessary repairs, including addressing dry rot issues in 2020 and retrofitting three windows in the rear sunroom in 2016. The property has experienced some external issues in recent years, with multiple 311 calls recorded between 2023-2024 regarding graffiti, illegal parking, and sidewalk blockages, though most of these cases were resolved through normal channels. A notable incident is an open graffiti case from June 2024, described as "offensive" by DPW Ops Queue. The property's infrastructure appears to be well-maintained, with all major renovation permits marked as complete, though it's worth noting that the 1993 reroof permit has expired without any recent roof work on record.

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Risk rating

How 637-639 Masonic 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
94thpercentile

Out of 797 buildings in this neighborhood, 48 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
92%
No DBI
violation
8%
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.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

Building age

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 8%
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

637-639 Masonic Ave event timeline

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

2020
Building Permit Nov 10
Revision to no plan pa# 202006299272: relocate kitchen in 2nd fl unit.
$15,000 · Complete
Plumbing PermitJul 29
Installing new shower pan.

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