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800 Duboce Ave

Buena Vista Park/Ashbury Heights, SF 94117 1259013 12 units · 3 fl · 1919

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over 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 Buena Vista Park/Ashbury Heights — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.6
8
FewerMore

This building has 8 novs (7y), above the Buena Vista Park/Ashbury Heights average of 1.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 800 Duboce 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 1919
2 or more units
12 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 1919
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
Units12
Floors3
Year built1919
Total area11,600 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1259013
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1274 23rd Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
December 08, 2021

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Initial analysis

The 12-unit multi-family residential building at 800 Duboce Avenue, owned by Batchelor Holdings LLC, is a 3-story structure built in 1919 that has undergone several significant improvements and faced multiple compliance challenges in recent years. Most notably, the building completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2017-2018 (Tier 3) and is currently upgrading its fire alarm system to meet current codes with an $87,756 project in 2024 to install low-frequency alarms in sleeping areas. The building has experienced several maintenance and safety concerns, including plumbing issues in 2023 that required Roto-Rooter intervention for 4" sewer pipe replacement and proper S-trap installation in Unit 101. There have been multiple violations and complaints related to unauthorized work, particularly concerning Unit 304, where unpermitted kitchen and bathroom renovations, including washer/dryer installation, led to several tenant complaints about fumes, water intrusion, and safety concerns in late 2022. The building has also faced repeated fire safety challenges, with multiple fire code violations and system malfunctions documented between 2006 and 2024, including issues with fire escape ladders, fire alarm systems, and blocked exits, though most of these violations have been abated.

Recent history shows ongoing maintenance efforts, including a 2019 reroofing project, a 2021 heating boiler replacement, and various unit renovations. The property has experienced some historical pest issues, with complaints about rodent activity and ants recorded in late 2022. The building's management has faced scrutiny for periodic fire alarm system issues, including a recent 2024 complaint about rooftop door alarm handling during inspections. Multiple 311 calls in late 2024 indicate continuing concerns about building systems and maintenance, including water leaks and illegal parking issues. While the building has generally addressed most violations and completed required safety upgrades, the frequency of unpermitted work and associated tenant complaints, particularly regarding Unit 304, suggests ongoing challenges with ensuring proper construction oversight and communication with residents.

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Risk rating

How 800 Duboce 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
2ndpercentile

Out of 351 buildings in this neighborhood, 344 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
18%
No DBI
violation
82%
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 size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 82%
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

800 Duboce Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 17
Overgrown tree
blocking sidewalk
311 RequestJun 17
Garbage and debris

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