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759-761 17Th Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1660012 4 units · 2 fl · 1974

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Central Richmond
At or below average
avg 0.5
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Central Richmond average of 0.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 759-761 17Th 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 1974
2 or more units
4 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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1974
Total area3,474 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1660012
Ownership

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

Owner name
Daniel Dea & May Choi Trust
Mailing address
1722 Grant Ave San Francisco CA 94133
Last sale
101895

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761 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
759 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The 4-unit multi-family residential building at 759-761 17th Avenue in the Central Richmond neighborhood, owned by the Daniel Dea & May Choi Trust, has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1974. The building has seen substantial unit modernization over the past decade, with recent work including a complete kitchen and bathroom remodel in Apartment #2 in 2021 costing $50,000, which involved electrical upgrades including new lighting and appliance installations. Earlier improvements include similar renovations in Apartments #3 (2016 - $48,000) and #4 (2012 - $18,277), demonstrating a consistent investment in unit upgrades. The property underwent important structural and safety improvements, including the replacement of 12 original front windows in 2020 ($25,000) and rear stair structure repairs in 2002 which were completed in response to a housing inspection violation. The building's safety systems have also been addressed, with smoke detector installations and electrical upgrades completed during various unit renovations.

Historical records show routine housing inspections were conducted in 2002 and 2010, with all identified issues being resolved in a timely manner. The only significant violation on record occurred in 2002, when multiple issues were identified including stair repairs and smoke detector requirements, all of which were abated by January 2003. Since then, the building has maintained compliance with housing regulations, with recent improvements focusing on unit modernization and safety upgrades. Recent 311 calls related to the property primarily concern external issues such as street lighting and tree maintenance, rather than building-specific concerns. The property's maintenance history indicates regular upkeep and upgrading of both individual units and common areas, with particular attention paid to safety systems, electrical infrastructure, and water systems as demonstrated by the systematic permits for various trades associated with each unit renovation.

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Risk rating

How 759-761 17Th 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
75th percentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 562 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
88%
No DBI
violation
12%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Neighborhood location

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Owner's portfolio size

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 79.0%
Moderate concern 10.7%
Severe concern 10.3%
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

759-761 17Th Ave event timeline

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

2021
Plumbing Permit May 27
In kind 1 kitchen and 1 bath remodel. no layout changes, 1 shower pan.
Complete
Electrical PermitMay 27
#2. in kind, 1 kitchen & 1 bathroom remodel. move sub panel from closet to hallway, add 40 can lights, upgrade outlets to code. 8 switches, 26 receptalces, 1 fan, 1 dishwasher, 1 g/p, 1 microwave, 1 range, 3 smoke detectors.

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