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632-636 Balboa St

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1550027 3 units · 3 fl · 1908

This building has more problems than most buildings in this neighborhood. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Richmond
Above average
avg 0.9
4
FewerMore

This building has 4 novs (7y), above the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 632-636 Balboa St 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 1908
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors3
Year built1908
Total area4,740 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1550027
Ownership

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

Owner name
Spasojevic Nemanja & Miluti
Mailing address
634 Balboa St San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
021318

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634 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94118
632 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94118
636 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The three-unit residential building at 632-636 Balboa Street in the Inner Richmond neighborhood, owned by Spasojevic Nemanja & Miluti, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1908. Most recently, in 2023, the property received a new cool roof overlay at a cost of $16,700, demonstrating compliance with California's energy efficiency requirements. The building underwent substantial interior upgrades in 2021-2022, including a complete kitchen and bathroom remodel on the second floor ($26,000), electrical system improvements with new circuits and receptacles, and the installation of new appliances including a water heater and washer/dryer. However, the property has faced multiple maintenance challenges, particularly regarding wood structures, with documented issues of dry rot affecting rear stairs and landing in 2012, 2002, and as far back as 1987. A notable cluster of violations was recorded in March 2022, including problems with walls, ceilings, floors, and lead paint hazards, though these were abated by April 2022.

The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to roofing issues, with multiple reroofing projects documented in 1987, 1996, 2008, and most recently in 2023. Electrical system upgrades have been a recurring theme, with significant work completed in 2015 and 2022, including panel replacements and new circuit installations throughout the building. Recent tenant complaints as of November 2024 indicate ongoing maintenance concerns, including an unresponsive landlord regarding oven repairs and some unresolved kitchen issues. While the building has maintained compliance with most housing codes, historical violations from 2002 regarding fire safety, security, and plumbing systems were addressed and abated. The property has experienced occasional exterior maintenance issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls regarding garbage, debris, and toter placement between 2018-2024. The building's management has shown effort to maintain the property, as evidenced by recent improvements, though some tenant concerns about responsiveness remain unresolved.

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Risk rating

How 632-636 Balboa St'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
21th percentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1361 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
70%
No DBI
violation
30%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 33.1%
Moderate concern 43.1%
Severe concern 23.8%
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

632-636 Balboa St event timeline

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

2025
Electrical Permit Feb 24
Rewire unit; add new subpanel
Issued
Plumbing PermitFeb 20
Work category: 1p; bathroom and kitchen remodel

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