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534-536 37Th Ave

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1508031 2 units · 2 fl · 1979

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Outer Richmond
Above average
avg 0.7
8
FewerMore

This building has 8 novs (7y), above the Outer Richmond average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 534-536 37Th 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 1979
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1979
Total area3,300 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1508031
Ownership

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

Owner name
Frank Wai Yuen Leung Lvg Tr
Mailing address
Frank Wai Yuen Leung, Ttee 535 28Th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
022521

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534 A 37th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
536 37th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
534 37th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The property at 534-536 37th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1979, currently owned by the Frank Wai Yuen Leung Living Trust. The building underwent significant recent improvements, including ongoing reroofing work with a $20,000 budget as of April 2024. Between 2018 and 2020, major safety upgrades were completed, including the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system throughout the first floor and new monitoring systems, along with voluntary structural upgrades. The building's systems were substantially modernized in 2023, with the addition of new utility meters (including for an ADU), electrical service upgrades from 200 to 400 amps, and a new furnace installation.

The property has experienced several maintenance and safety concerns in recent years. In 2023, there were multiple housing code violations involving malfunctioning kitchen appliances and windows, though these issues were resolved by July 2023. A more recent complaint filed in August 2024 reported concerns about flooring condition, with allegations of separation, tripping hazards, and mold/condensation issues. Historical records from 2001 indicate past concerns regarding unauthorized auto repair activities in the building's garage, though these were resolved. The building's infrastructure improvements have been substantial, including new kitchen installations for ADU units, bathroom fixtures updates, and plumbing work including a new house trap and sewer lateral installation in 2020.

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Risk rating

How 534-536 37Th 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
47th percentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 551 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
84%
No DBI
violation
16%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

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

Neighborhood location

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12-Month severity forecast
No violation 52.4%
Moderate concern 42.9%
Severe concern 4.7%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

534-536 37Th Ave event timeline

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2024
Building Violation (NOV) Aug 01
Building violation
2 areas were pointed out where carpet seams are separating and/or lifting: - living room area adjacent to wall corner - rear bedroom at doo…
Building Violation (NOV)Aug 01
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