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779 32Nd Ave

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1612011 2 units · 1923

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. A handful of unresolved issues. Worth a careful walk-through and pointed questions.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Outer Richmond
Above average
avg 0.7
7
FewerMore

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

Rent & eviction protection

Is 779 32Nd 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 1923
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
Floors
Year built1923
Total area1,199 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1612011
Ownership

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

Owner name
Truong Thanh K & Lam Liana
Mailing address
John Loy Lam Revocable Trus 561 Atherton Ave Novato CA 94945
Last sale
090313

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779 A 32nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
779 32nd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The property at 779 32nd Avenue in the Outer Richmond is a two-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1923, currently owned by Truong Thanh K & Lam Liana. The building has undergone several significant modifications over the years, most notably a 14-foot horizontal rear addition to unit 779A completed in 2008 ($50,000), and various electrical upgrades in 2011-2012 to address code compliance issues, including a 60-amp sub feed installation and repairs to the sub panel. More recent building complaints from 2022-2024 indicate persistent maintenance issues, including problems with doorbells, kitchen appliances, plumbing fixtures (leaking faucets and mold), and safety concerns like non-functioning smoke alarms and tripping hazards. A complaint from October 2011 suggested unauthorized construction work beyond the scope of permitted work, though this was promptly addressed.

The property has experienced recurring electrical and appliance maintenance issues, with multiple 2024 complaints specifically mentioning malfunctioning kitchen appliances and electrical systems. The building's exterior has seen various improvements, including vinyl siding installation in 2008. There have been numerous parking-related incidents reported in the vicinity of the property throughout 2024, with multiple citations issued for blocking driveways and instances of vehicles parking on sidewalks. A sidewalk defect was reported in June 2024, though it was determined to be less than half an inch in depth. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to structural and safety issues, including dry rot repairs to rear stairs in 1997 and various electrical upgrades in recent years, though the frequency of complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges.

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Risk rating

How 779 32Nd 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
9th percentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 946 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
49%
No DBI
violation
51%
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.

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.

Number of floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 27.7%
Moderate concern 41.4%
Severe concern 30.9%
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

779 32Nd Ave event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit Apr 02
Restructuring gate @ front of building to provide 32" opening. complying w/ nov 202533998 item #2.
$1,800 · Complete
Planning RecordApr 02
To comply with NOV 202533998. Reconstruct an approximately 9' tall metal gate at north side, entirely within buildable area.

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