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886-888 31St Ave

Central Richmond, SF 94121 1673028 2 units · 2 fl · 1926

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 Central Richmond — not a forecast
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 886-888 31St 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 1926
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.

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 1926
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
Floors2
Year built1926
Total area3,400 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1673028
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
888 31st Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
December 23, 1993

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888 31st Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
886 31st Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The property at 886-888 31st Ave is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Central Richmond neighborhood. Built in 1926 and classified as a Flats & Duplex building, it is currently owned by Joe C Yee. The building's permit history shows several renovation attempts in the late 1980s, including multiple kitchen and bathroom remodels and the addition of a family room and library, though most of these permits have since expired. There was one notable structural issue in 1986 requiring termite damage repairs.

Recent maintenance concerns have centered around sewer issues, with two significant incidents reported in 2023-2024, including a sewage backup in December 2023 and a sewer-related issue in March 2024. The property has experienced recurring parking-related disturbances, with multiple complaints about driveway blockages and illegal parking between 2020 and 2024, including several instances where citations were issued. Of particular note was a 2004 complaint about an automobile service business operating in the residential area, though this issue was quickly resolved. The only recorded fire incident was a false alarm, with no civilian injuries reported. While the building has undergone various improvements over the years, the recent sewer issues and persistent parking challenges appear to be the most significant ongoing concerns for the property and its residents.

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Risk rating

How 886-888 31St 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
41stpercentile

Out of 2250 buildings in this neighborhood, 1328 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
84%
No DBI
violation
16%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 16%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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886-888 31St Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jun 23
Garbage and debris
glass

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