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228-230 Divisadero St

Hayes Valley, SF 94117 1239023 3 units · 3 fl · 1885

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 Hayes Valley — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Hayes Valley average of 2.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 228-230 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 1885
2 or more units
3 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 1885
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1885
Total area4,500 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1239023
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Beacon Ricardo J Trustee 101 Farnum St San Francisco CA 94131
Last sale
March 16, 2021

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230 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117
228 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The three-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 228-230 Divisadero Street, managed by Ricardo J Beacon Lvg Tr, has undergone significant recent renovations and faced several historical compliance challenges. Most notably, in December 2021, an extensive $1.3 million renovation was permitted to legalize a dwelling unit on the first floor, develop crawl space, and add new bedrooms and bathrooms throughout the building, including foundation repairs and kitchen remodels. This work followed a tenant buyout in July 2021, where $112,286 was paid to two tenants. The building has maintained active compliance with housing regulations, addressing multiple violations promptly in 2005 related to structure repairs and security features, which were abated by August 2005. A fire alarm system inspection occurred in December 2020 with conditions corrected immediately, and the building's roof was replaced in 2012.

The property's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, though there have been some recent occupancy issues in the neighborhood, as evidenced by 311 calls between 2019-2024 regarding graffiti, street cleaning, and abandoned vehicles. A water leak incident was reported in August 2019 that required no further action. Planning records confirm the legalization of one unit per Ordinance 43-14. The building's historical records show compliance with all required inspections and prompt addressing of violations, with no active compliance issues currently on record. Recent 311 calls primarily relate to street conditions and environmental concerns rather than building-specific issues.

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Risk rating

How 228-230 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
90thpercentile

Out of 1027 buildings in this neighborhood, 103 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
88%
No DBI
violation
12%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

Final warnings, owner's portfolio

Final warnings issued across all buildings this owner is registered on.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 12%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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228-230 Divisadero St event timeline

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2022
Planning Project Jan 24
Legalization of 1 unit per Ord. 43-14 and interior remodel.
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