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164 23Rd Ave

Lake Street, SF 94121 1382029 7 units · 2 fl · 1964

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 Lake Street — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.6
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Lake Street average of 0.6.

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 164 23Rd 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 1964
2 or more units
7 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 1964
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
Units7
Floors2
Year built1964
Total area5,185 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1382029
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Bauer Glenn 914 Lake St San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
October 15, 2021

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

The 7-unit, two-story apartment building at 164 23rd Avenue, completed in 1964 and currently owned by 164 23rd Ave LLC, has undergone significant improvements, particularly in fire safety systems, over recent years. Most notably, in late 2023, the building received a fire alarm system upgrade to meet current San Francisco Fire Code requirements, including low-frequency sounders in sleeping areas to comply with updated safety standards. The building underwent substantial work in 2016-2018, including the addition of an accessory dwelling unit in the garage space (completed under Ordinance No. 162-16), soft-story retrofit completion, and multiple unit renovations. These improvements encompassed kitchen remodels, new electrical systems, and the installation of a comprehensive sprinkler system with 18 heads, demonstrating significant investment in building safety and modernization with permits totaling over $100,000.

Historical records show the building had several fire safety-related violations in 2002 and 2008, including issues with the fire escape ladder, alarm system, and fire proofing materials, but all were promptly abated by February 2003. Minor resident complaints have occurred, including a construction noise complaint in 2018 and a brief period in 1997 regarding unauthorized business operation, though all were resolved. The property has maintained active compliance with building codes, as evidenced by recent fire system upgrades and successful completion of soft-story requirements. Recent 311 calls (2021-2024) have primarily related to parking enforcement issues, which are external to the building's operations and management.

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Risk rating

How 164 23Rd 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
17thpercentile

Out of 660 buildings in this neighborhood, 548 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
68%
No DBI
violation
32%
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.

Number of units

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

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

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 32%
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

164 23Rd Ave event timeline

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

2023
Building Permit Nov 03
Upgrade exsiting fire alarm system to comply with sffc section 1103.7.6.1.
$24,500 · Complete
Electrical PermitJul 01
Modification of an existing fire alarm system by upgrading the fire panel, update all existing devices to be compatible with new facp and provide low frequency sounders in all sleeping areas to meet 75db at pillow to comply with sffd bulletin 1103.7.6.1

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