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863-865 37Th Ave

Outer Richmond, SF 94121 1680009A 2 units · 2 fl · 1925

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 Outer Richmond — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Outer Richmond average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 863-865 37Th 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 1925
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 1925
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 built1925
Total area3,140 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1680009A
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
318 Lofas Pl Vallejo CA 94589
Last sale

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863 37th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
865 37th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 863-865 37th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Richmond neighborhood, owned by Alvertis Simpson, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1925. The property has undergone some maintenance work, including a completed reroofing project in 2008 costing $13,750. A significant cluster of building violations emerged in April 2012, when multiple citations were issued regarding lead hazards and exterior paint conditions, particularly noting problems with peeling paint that posed potential weather protection issues. These violations were abated by October 2012. Additional complaints in 2012 highlighted concerns about mold/mildew on exterior surfaces and steps, with one complaint also mentioning maintenance issues such as an overgrown yard and a falling fence. The most recent building-related activity on record is from 2016, when two separate complaints were filed regarding loose garbage on the street and sidewalk, which was confirmed during inspection.

The property has experienced several parking-related issues in recent years, with multiple citations issued for sidewalk parking in 2023-2024, as well as several reports of driveway blocking between 2020 and 2021. There have also been two tree-related complaints in 2020 regarding property damage and overgrowth, though these cases were transferred to the appropriate department for handling. While there was one false fire alarm recorded, it did not result in any injuries or significant incidents. The building's maintenance history shows periods of both required repairs and ongoing challenges with exterior upkeep, particularly regarding paint maintenance and weather protection systems.

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Risk rating

How 863-865 37Th 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
48thpercentile

Out of 1040 buildings in this neighborhood, 541 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
85%
No DBI
violation
15%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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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.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 15%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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