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258-260 17Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94118 1417021C 2 units · 2 fl · 1921

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

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 258-260 17Th 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 1921
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 1921
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 built1921
Total area3,340 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1417021C
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
260 17th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
September 29, 2020

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260 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
258 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The property at 258-260 17th Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood. Built in 1921 and currently owned by Frank & Joyce Wong, this flats/duplex building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over the past several years. Most notably, between 2021-2022, the entire building underwent extensive remodeling including updates to two kitchens, 7.5 bathrooms, installation of tankless water heaters, hydronic heating systems, and a complete electrical upgrade including new meters and appliance installations. A new fire sprinkler system was also installed throughout the building in 2022 at a cost of nearly $39,000.

Recent activity at the property has primarily focused on outdoor improvements, with the most recent permits in 2024 relating to the installation of a hot tub and retaining wall work in the rear yard. However, there is currently an active building complaint filed in September 2024 regarding potential work beyond the scope of permits related to excavation and concrete work in the rear yard, which allegedly affected the neighboring property's foundation. The building has also experienced recurring issues with parking violations in the vicinity, with multiple complaints about driveway blocking and illegal parking recorded between 2019 and 2024, though these are not directly related to the building's condition or management.

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Risk rating

How 258-260 17Th 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
99thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 22 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
96%
No DBI
violation
4%
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 permits (past 7 years)

Number of permits pulled at this address — construction or renovation activity over 7 years.

Building age

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

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 4%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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258-260 17Th Ave event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Feb 13
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#202203119869, 202209132325, 202302282779, all work is complete
$1 · Complete
Building PermitFeb 13
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa#202410112867, 202106041717, all work is complete

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