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217-219 16Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94118 1417002 2 units · 2 fl · 1915

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 Central Richmond — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 217-219 16Th 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 1915
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 1915
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 built1915
Total area5,910 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1417002
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Albert J & Alejandra Gutier 217 16Th Ave San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
March 29, 2022

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219 16th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
217 16th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 217-219 16th Avenue in the Central Richmond neighborhood is a 2-story flats and duplex structure built in 1915, currently owned by Albert J & Alejandra Gutier. The property has undergone significant recent improvements, with major interior remodeling work in 2022 valued at $575,000 affecting both units' kitchens and bathrooms, and window/door replacements scheduled for 2024 at a cost of $25,000. A comprehensive modernization project is currently underway, including the installation of a new hydronic heating system and heat pump units for both units, along with updated electrical systems featuring new wiring, plugs, lights, and switches, with electrical work continuing into late 2023/early 2024. The building has received consistent maintenance attention over the years, including roofing work in 2018 ($20,000), multiple siding repairs between 2012-2020, and various plumbing upgrades. The property has maintained compliance with city regulations, with any complaints, such as water waste in 2014 and sidewalk tree root issues in 2021, being appropriately addressed and resolved.

Historical records reveal that the building underwent a two-unit condominium conversion and had approved plans for a rear extension and off-street parking space addition, though these appear to have been modified or not completed as per the most recent records. The property's maintenance history shows regular upkeep of building systems and timely response to infrastructure needs, with no recorded tenant buyouts or significant resident safety concerns. Recent 311 calls related to the property have primarily been for external issues not directly affecting the building's condition or safety, such as street cleaning and abandoned vehicles on the street.

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Risk rating

How 217-219 16Th 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
81stpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 428 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
89%
No DBI
violation
11%
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 age

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

Building size

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

Director's hearings, owner's portfolio

Escalated DBI enforcement actions across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 11%
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

217-219 16Th Ave event timeline

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2025
Plumbing Permit Jan 08
Work category: 1m; renew permit# 20240108715 install three hydronic heat system, install one heat pump unit, for #217 # 219
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