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559-561 36Th Ave

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1508007E 2 units · 2 fl · 1947

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 559-561 36Th 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 1947
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 1947
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 built1947
Total area2,200 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1508007E
Ownership

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

Mailing address
559 37th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
October 25, 2018

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561 36th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
559 36th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The property at 559-561 36th Avenue is a two-unit residential building constructed in 1947, located in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood. The building has undergone significant recent improvements, most notably a major renovation project initiated in 2019 that included a 3-story horizontal and 1-story vertical addition, creation of a new ADU, installation of an elevator, full remodeling of existing units, and the implementation of a comprehensive fire safety system with sprinklers throughout the building. This $1.25 million project was followed by several related improvements including structural underpinning work in 2023 ($10,000), the installation of a new automatic fire alarm system in 2024 ($28,900), and ongoing fire safety system upgrades to meet current codes. The building has also seen substantial interior improvements with multiple permits showing kitchen and bathroom remodels, electrical upgrades, and plumbing improvements including the installation of a tankless water heater.

The property underwent tenant buyouts in early 2020, with one unit receiving $83,000 and another $70,000 in compensation, prior to the renovation work. While there have been few building complaints, one notable incident in January 2023 involved concerns about improper asbestos removal during construction, though this complaint is currently listed as not active. More recent issues have primarily involved exterior site conditions, with 311 calls in 2024 regarding sidewalk defects and parking violations, though these are not directly related to building safety or maintenance. The property has demonstrated significant investment in modernizing safety systems, particularly fire safety, with multiple permits showing ongoing commitment to meet current building codes.

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Risk rating

How 559-561 36Th 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
94thpercentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 62 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
93%
No DBI
violation
7%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

Neighborhood location

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DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 7%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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559-561 36Th Ave event timeline

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2026
Building Permit Mar 10
Solar permit: installing 10 solar pv modules, 460 watts per module, total no. of rating 4.6 kw. mounted: roof, ballasted: n, including 1 energy storage unit, with 10 kwh each in capacity, ess units will not be closer than 3 feet | pv roof mount 4.60kw, 10 modules, 10
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