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700-702 46Th Ave

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1599039 2 units · 2 fl · 1948

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Outer Richmond — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.7
3
FewerMore

This building has 3 novs (7y), above the Outer Richmond average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 700-702 46Th 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.

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 1948
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 built1948
Total area3,011 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1599039
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Tse Lillian 702 46Th Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
June 08, 2012

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702 46th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
700 46th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The property at 700-702 46th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Richmond district is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1948, currently owned by Leanne Tse. The building has a complex history of violations and repairs, with the most pressing current issue being active lead paint concerns as of September 2024, with violations for peeling paint and potential lead hazards generating recent Notices of Violation (NOV) issued in September 2024 and a final warning letter in November 2024. A significant historical violation from 2006 involved an unauthorized dwelling unit at the rear of the garage, which led to multiple enforcement actions and permits in 2011 aimed at legalizing ground floor modifications, including bedroom additions and bathroom relocations, along with related plumbing and electrical work.

The building has undergone several substantial renovations and improvements over the years, including the installation of three new furnaces (2011), various ground floor remodeling projects (2011), and bathroom/kitchen renovations (2000). Earlier improvements included the installation of aluminum windows (1989) and a major exterior repair project in 2000 involving scaffolding, internal wall repairs, and stucco work. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding exterior paint, with complaints filed in 2021, 2022, and most recently in 2024. There have also been multiple complaints regarding parking violations in the surrounding area, as evidenced by numerous 311 calls between 2022 and 2024, though these are not directly related to the building's condition or management.

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Risk rating

How 700-702 46Th 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
11thpercentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 926 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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Neighborhood location

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

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

700-702 46Th Ave event timeline

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2025
311 Request Apr 17
Ventilation inadequate or none
Residential Building
311 RequestMar 19
Garbage and debris

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