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708 2Nd Ave

Inner Richmond, SF 94118 1644027 2 units · 3 fl · 1905

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 708 2Nd 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 1905
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1905
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
Floors3
Year built1905
Total area3,418 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1644027
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
708 2nd Ave San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
June 28, 2019

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Initial analysis

The two-unit, three-story multi-family residential building at 708 2nd Ave, owned by Matthew Hult, has undergone several significant maintenance and infrastructure improvements since its construction in 1905. Recent plumbing work includes a water heater replacement in September 2023 and sewer lateral replacement in March 2022, indicating ongoing maintenance of essential systems. The building's structural integrity was addressed in the early 1990s with the completion of concrete foundation replacement and installation of anchor bolts, while dry rot repairs were performed in 2002 per an inspection report. A furnace replacement was carried out in 2014, suggesting the building's heating system has been updated as well.

The property has experienced various maintenance and service issues over the years, with several parking-related incidents occurring between 2018-2024, including multiple cases of driveway blocking and sidewalk parking violations, some resulting in citations. A significant sewer incident was reported in July 2021 involving a backup, and construction-related noise complaints were addressed in November 2018. The building's fire alarm system received attention in May 2016, with the condition being promptly corrected. While there have been several service requests and violations recorded through 311 calls, most have been resolved through appropriate channels, indicating responsive management of the property's issues. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to infrastructure updates, though some systems are approaching their typical service life limits, such as the recent water heater replacement which was approximately 13 years old at the time of replacement.

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Risk rating

How 708 2Nd 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
61stpercentile

Out of 1723 buildings in this neighborhood, 672 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
87%
No DBI
violation
13%
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.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 13%
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

708 2Nd Ave event timeline

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2023
Plumbing Permit Sep 15
Work category: 1p; replace existing right hand side 40 gallons water heater
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