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39-41 Sutro Heights Ave

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1594018A 2 units · 2 fl · 1948

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 39-41 Sutro Heights 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 1948
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 built1948
Total area2,688 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1594018A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Kelly Jennifer B & Matthew
Mailing address
41 Sutro Heights Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
100220

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41 Sutro Heights Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
39 Sutro Heights Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The property at 39-41 Sutro Heights Avenue is a two-unit residential building constructed in 1948, currently owned by Jennifer B. Kelly and Matthew. The building has undergone several significant renovations over the past two decades, with the most recent major work occurring in 2019, involving a comprehensive remodel of the second-floor living and dining areas in Unit 39, along with bathroom renovations and an additional bathroom installation costing $100,000. This project included electrical upgrades and the installation of a tankless water heater, all properly permitted and completed. Prior improvements include a 2012 bathroom remodel in Unit 41 and window replacements in both units, and notable repairs in 2010 to address termite damage, which involved replacing a rear deck, windows, doors, and stair repairs.

There was one significant incident regarding unauthorized construction in May 2021, when a roof deck with railings was reportedly built without proper permits, though this complaint was abated within a month. The building's maintenance history shows attention to infrastructure, including a 2002 reroofing project. Recent concerns near the property include several open 311 calls from 2024 regarding tree maintenance and curb defects, and a flooding incident in April 2022 that was resolved by PUC Sewer Operations. The property had two fire-related complaints in October 2005 involving hazardous materials and open vacant building issues, both of which were promptly corrected. The building's electrical system received a 200-amp service upgrade in 2012, indicating modernization efforts have been made to meet current standards.

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Risk rating

How 39-41 Sutro Heights 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
91th percentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 94 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
91%
No DBI
violation
9%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 84.3%
Moderate concern 11.5%
Severe concern 4.2%
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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39-41 Sutro Heights Ave event timeline

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2025
311 Request Oct 13
Sewage back-up discharge
from side sewer vent

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