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502-508 29Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1516037 4 units · 2 fl · 1922

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
Above average
avg 0.5
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 502-508 29Th 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 1922
2 or more units
4 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1922
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1922
Total area5,140 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1516037
Ownership

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

Mailing address
508 29th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
August 29, 2019

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506 29th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
508 29th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
502 29th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
504 29th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The property at 502-508 29th Avenue in the Central Richmond neighborhood is a two-story, 4-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1922, currently owned by Daniel C. Woo and Yuan Wang. The building has undergone significant renovations in recent years, with a major remodeling project in early 2020 costing $68,000 that included bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom updates plus an additional bedroom in unit 508. This renovation was followed by multiple associated improvements throughout 2020, including the addition of a half bath, structural revisions, and upgrades to electrical systems including a service upgrade from 100 to 200 amps, newly installed radiant heat, and plumbing work involving a new water heater and various fixtures.

The building has had several maintenance and compliance issues over its history, particularly concerning the boiler system. There were violations related to egress obstructions and combustible storage in 2004, which were abated by December 2004. More recent boiler-related compliance matters occurred in 2010 and 2020, though these were also resolved. The property has experienced occasional minor issues as documented through 311 calls, primarily related to external matters such as graffiti, illegal postings, and parking enforcement, with no serious incidents recorded. The building's most recent documented permits and improvements suggest active management and maintenance, with no current violations or active complaints on record.

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Risk rating

How 502-508 29Th 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
37thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 1418 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
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

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 17%
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

502-508 29Th Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 16
Rent board
rent board customer callback
311 RequestFeb 06
Garbage and debris

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