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195 9Th Ave

Lake Street, SF 94118 1369011 12 units · 3 fl · 1924

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 Lake Street — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.6
11
FewerMore

This building has 11 novs (7y), above the Lake Street average of 0.6.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 195 9Th 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 1924
2 or more units
12 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1924
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 built1924
Total area11,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1369011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Nancy L Fong, Trustee 275 24Th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
October 27, 1992

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Initial analysis

The 12-unit, 3-story apartment building at 195 9th Avenue in the Lake Presidio neighborhood, constructed in 1924, has undergone several significant improvements and faced various challenges over recent years. Most notably, the building completed its soft-story seismic retrofit in 2014-2016 (Tier 3) at a cost of $30,000, demonstrating compliance with modern safety standards. Recent maintenance includes a $55,900 reroofing project completed in December 2023, and comprehensive kitchen and bathroom upgrades in 2022 totaling $34,000, which included plumbing fixture replacements, electrical upgrades to GFCI outlets, and new tile installations.

The building has experienced some concerning recent issues, including documented violations in September 2024 for blocked exits and fire extinguisher service requirements, both of which have since been abated. Additional recent complaints from October 2023 regarding rodent/insect infestation and lack of heat have been addressed. The property has a history of fire safety concerns, with violations for emergency lighting repair (2020) and previous inspections noting fire escape ladder and fire proofing issues (2002). Historical violations from 2002 included lead paint concerns and interior surface maintenance needs, though these were abated within weeks. The building's maintenance record shows regular attention to upkeep, with various street space permits and routine housing inspections documented over the years, including a notable fire safety compliance matter in October 2020.

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Risk rating

How 195 9Th 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
6thpercentile

Out of 660 buildings in this neighborhood, 620 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
43%
No DBI
violation
57%
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.

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 57%
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

195 9Th Ave event timeline

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

2026
Building Violation (NOV) Jul 31 Serious
Building violation
Disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women,…
Building Violation (NOV)Jul 31
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