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219-223 Balboa St

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1641051 3 units · 2 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.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 219-223 Balboa St 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
NC2
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
Floors2
Year built1908
Total area3,184 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1641051
Ownership

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

Mailing address
855 Stockton St San Francisco CA 94108
Last sale
June 06, 2013

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223 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94118
219 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94118
221 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Initial analysis

The two-story multi-family residential building at 219-223 Balboa Street in the Inner Richmond district, constructed in 1908, currently houses three units with ground floor commercial space. The property underwent significant renovations in early 2023, including the remodeling of two bathrooms and one kitchen, installation of new electrical systems, replacement of six front windows, and HVAC updates including a new furnace, with these improvements costing approximately $70,767. The building underwent substantial work in 2004 when a two-story rear addition was constructed, including a complete reconfiguration of the ground floor commercial space, representing a significant investment of $200,000.

The property has experienced several concerning issues in the past, particularly between 2009 and 2014, including multiple complaints about inadequate kitchen ventilation, heating system problems, and safety concerns related to carbon monoxide levels and fire alarms. There were also investigations into potential illegal units, unauthorized construction work, and fire safety concerns, though most of these complaints are no longer active. More recently, in October 2024, there was a sewage discharge issue that was resolved by the Public Utilities Commission, and only routine maintenance and public service requests have been recorded since 2023. The building's recent upgrades in 2023 suggest improvements to resident comfort and safety, though prospective tenants should note the property's previous ventilation and heating system concerns from earlier years.

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Risk rating

How 219-223 Balboa St'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
24thpercentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 1309 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
73%
No DBI
violation
27%
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 27%
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

219-223 Balboa St event timeline

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

2023
Plumbing Permit Mar 23
Replace 1-furnace
Complete
Building PermitFeb 10
Two bathrooms one kitchen remodeling in kind replace 6 front windows replace drywall in bathroom and kitchen only. no change in existing.

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