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551-553 24Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1520007A 4 units · 2 fl · 1947

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 551-553 24Th 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
4 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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1947
Total area3,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1520007A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Edmund K & Eva H Wong 540 27Th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale

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551 24th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
553 24th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The 4-unit multi-family residential building at 551-553 24th Avenue in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by Huey Dick & Elizabeth, has been in operation since 1947 and spans 2 stories. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the years, including a 200-amp electrical service upgrade with five meters installed in 2011, complete reroofing in 1993, and a building compliance upgrade in 1985. More recent concerns include a December 2023 complaint about unpermitted laundry installations on exterior landings, and ongoing rodent infestation issues reported in October 2023 involving Unit 553 impacting Unit 551. The building has a documented history of lead paint-related violations, with multiple complaints filed between 2015 and 2018 regarding paint damage posing potential lead hazards, though these issues were officially abated in November 2018. Fire safety compliance has been a recurring concern, with violations in 2018 noting the need for fire extinguisher recharging and in 2003 regarding combustible storage. The most recent fire-related incident was recorded in December 2023 concerning blocked exits, which was promptly corrected, and there have been several medical assistance calls to the building with no civilian injuries reported. The building's maintenance and safety record shows periodic attention to various issues, with most violations being addressed and resolved, though some recent complaints regarding pest control and unpermitted modifications suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.

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Risk rating

How 551-553 24Th 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
9thpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 2048 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
56%
No DBI
violation
44%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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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.

Permit rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 44%
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

551-553 24Th Ave event timeline

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2026
DBI Complaint Jul 06
Date last observed: 03-jul-26; time last observed: 7:30am; floor: top; exact location: main bldg; building type: residence/dwelling other electrical; ; additional information: there is a building across the backyard that extends an extension cord out their window everyday bedroom window everyday. it looks like they plug in a machine to exercise. is this legal to do? it looks like it could be a fire hazard. ;
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