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691-693 42Nd Ave

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1585001S 2 units · 2 fl · 1946

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
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 691-693 42Nd 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 1946
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1946
Total area2,450 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1585001S
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mizenin Pavel V & Ermakova
Mailing address
693 42nd Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
050521

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693 42nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
691 42nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 691-693 42nd Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1946, currently owned by Mizenin Pavel V & Ermakova. The property experienced significant damage from a fire in January 2012, which prompted extensive repairs costing $200,000 to restore roof sheathing, framing, bathroom and kitchen fixtures, and wall structures throughout both units. Following the fire, the building underwent substantial renovations, including a complete interior remodel in 2012 featuring new bathrooms, kitchens, electrical systems, and safety equipment such as smoke detectors. More recent improvements include a 200-amp electrical service upgrade in 2018, water heater replacement in 2022, and compliance work completed in 2017 to address a physical inspection report.

The property has experienced recurring issues with sewer problems, as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in early 2024 reporting sewage backup incidents. There have also been several complaints about blocked driveways in 2024, with multiple parking enforcement cases recorded. A period of construction-related activity was documented in early 2024, resulting in noise complaints that were transferred to the Department of Building Inspection. Historical records show earlier maintenance work including reroofing in 1993 and termite damage repairs in 1988. The building's most recent major work, aside from the plumbing issues, has focused on electrical upgrades and maintaining compliance with safety standards. The property has undergone various infrastructure improvements since the fire, including flue installations for water heaters and furnaces, indicating ongoing efforts to maintain and upgrade building systems.

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Risk rating

How 691-693 42Nd 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
41th percentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 614 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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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.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 80.7%
Moderate concern 12.8%
Severe concern 6.5%
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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691-693 42Nd Ave event timeline

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2024
311 Request Jun 17
Blocking driveway cite only
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 10
Blocking driveway cite only

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