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651-653 3Rd Ave

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1641013 3 units · 3 fl · 1908

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 Inner Richmond — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Richmond average of 0.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 651-653 3Rd 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 1908
2 or more units
3 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 1908
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1908
Total area4,224 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1641013
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
651 3rd Ave San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale

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653 03rd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
651 03rd Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The three-unit residential building at 651-653 3rd Avenue in San Francisco's Inner Richmond district, owned by Mary J. Quinn, has undergone several significant recent improvements and faced some historical compliance challenges. Built in 1908, this three-story structure is currently undergoing major electrical upgrades, with ongoing work to eliminate remaining knob-and-tube wiring and install new subpanels in multiple units, expected to be completed by late 2024. The property has seen substantial maintenance and upgrades in recent years, including sewer and house trap replacement in 2020, fireplace demolition work scheduled for late 2024, and an in-kind kitchen remodel. A re-roofing project completed in 2015 represents a significant past improvement.

The building has faced several safety compliance issues in the past, particularly in a documented December 2004 inspection that identified multiple concerns including missing smoke detectors in stair and lobby areas, plumbing vent issues, emergency exit concerns, and the need for fire extinguishers. All these violations were abated by February 2005. A 2010 inspection noted issues with combustible storage, and routine inspections were conducted in 2000 and 2016. Recent maintenance work has included the removal of two chimney flues from the building's exterior. The most recent infrastructure challenge was a sewage backup discharge incident in December 2024, which was promptly addressed and resolved.

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Risk rating

How 651-653 3Rd 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
34thpercentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1137 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
78%
No DBI
violation
22%
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.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 22%
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

651-653 3Rd Ave event timeline

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2025
Electrical Permit Jul 28
200 amp overhead 4 meters service upgrade
Complete
Plumbing PermitApr 11
Work category: 1p; plumbing for kitchen, laundry area, water heater

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