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572 40Th Ave

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1505042 2 units · 2 fl · 1986

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 Outer Richmond — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Outer Richmond average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 572 40Th 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 1986
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 1986
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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 built1986
Total area3,760 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1505042
Ownership

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

Mailing address
72 Huntington Dr San Francisco CA 94132
Last sale
August 03, 1998

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Initial analysis

The property at 572 40th Avenue is a two-unit residential building located in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood. Originally built in 1986 as a two-story flats and duplex structure with a garage level, the building has undergone several significant changes and faced multiple compliance issues over the years. In 2010, the property underwent a notable legalization project to address unauthorized modifications, including the removal of an illegal ground floor kitchen and the conversion of unauthorized living spaces back to their original uses, with associated electrical and plumbing work completed. This project was prompted by multiple violations and complaints regarding illegal unit modifications, particularly during 2010-2011.

The building has experienced various maintenance and safety issues, particularly between 2010-2011, including HVAC problems (malfunctioning furnace), electrical issues (non-functioning outlets in kitchen and bathroom), plumbing concerns (leaks and mold), and various building code violations. Notable violations included unauthorized modifications to ground floor spaces that were supposed to function as a garage and social room with half-bath, as per the recorded "NOTICE OF SPECIAL RESTRICTIONS UNDER THE CITY PLANNING CODE." More recent concerns have emerged regarding the building's exterior conditions, with multiple reports of sidewalk and curb defects noted in 2023, including collapsed sidewalk sections that were subsequently resolved. A fire complaint from 2010 regarding blocked exits was also documented but resolved within two weeks. The most recent building-related issues appear to be primarily related to exterior infrastructure, such as sidewalk maintenance, with no significant recent complaints about the building's interior conditions or unauthorized modifications.

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Risk rating

How 572 40Th 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
86thpercentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 146 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
90%
No DBI
violation
10%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 10%
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

572 40Th Ave event timeline

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

2025
DBI Complaint Oct 22
Date last observed: 21-oct-25; time last observed: 1 pm; exact location: roof; building type: residence/dwelling work beyond scope of permit; other building; ; additional information: vents added to roof that extend above roofline and block views. neighbors were not notified this type of building change to change the roofline and ithe permit was to replace only existing roof not to add up;
Building Inspection Division
Building PermitJun 26
Re-roofing: remove and replace roofing material / existing roofing material (in-kind)

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