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654 37Th Ave

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1579019 2 units · 2 fl · 1947

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. No public enforcement record to go on. Walk the building, ask the current tenants how repairs get handled, and get any promises in writing.

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 654 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 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 area2,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1579019
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
64 Cook St San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale

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Initial analysis

At 654 37th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood, this 1947 two-unit multi-family residential building, owned by Louie Alfred, has undergone several significant renovations and faced ongoing maintenance challenges. Most notably, recent improvements include a substantial upper unit renovation in September 2024, comprising kitchen and bathroom remodels, window replacements, and associated electrical and plumbing upgrades, with a construction cost of $65,000. Prior work from 2018 involved kitchen renovations and electrical updates, while a complete re-roofing project was successfully completed in August 2024.

The building has a concerning record of fire safety violations, with multiple citations issued between 2019 and 2024, including recent violations in October 2024 related to test and maintenance documentation and signage requirements, which remain open as of now. Notable infrastructure improvements include a significant electrical upgrade in 2009 with the installation of a 200-amp service panel. Recent maintenance issues have emerged, including a reported rodent/insect infestation in January 2025 and various parking-related complaints throughout 2024. While the property has seen regular updates and maintenance work, the recurring fire safety violations and recent pest issues warrant attention. The building's recent renovations suggest ongoing investment in property maintenance, though the open fire-code violations indicate areas requiring further compliance attention.

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Risk rating

How 654 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

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
43rdpercentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 593 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
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.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 16%
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

654 37Th Ave event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Sep 17
Upper unit: remodel one kitchen and one bathroom. replace 9 windows (2 are street facing windows). same size, same locations, max u-factor 0.30.
$32,000 · Complete
Plumbing PermitSep 17
Upper unit: remodel 1 bathroom and 1 kitchen. upgrade plubming.

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