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1265-1267 48Th Ave

Outer Sunset, SF 94122 1702068 2 units · 2 fl · 1999

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 Outer Sunset
At or below average
avg 1.8
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Outer Sunset average of 1.8.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1265-1267 48Th 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 1999
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1999
Total area2,930 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1702068
Ownership

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

Owner name
Law Bill & Chen Shirley
Mailing address
1265 48th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
051421

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1265 48th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1267 48th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1265 A 48th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1265-1267 48th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood was constructed in 1999 and is currently owned by Bill Law and Shirley Chen. The property underwent significant improvements between 2020-2023, including the addition of an ADU on the first floor, complete with kitchen, living spaces, and fire sprinkler system. Throughout these improvements, the building received comprehensive fire safety upgrades, including the installation of new sprinkler systems and monitoring equipment, with the most recent activity in 2023 showing proper maintenance and updates to fire safety systems. The building has undergone several interior renovations, including a kitchen remodel and bathroom updates in 2020-2021, as well as electrical upgrades such as outlet replacements and lighting improvements.

The property's maintenance history shows attention to essential systems, including a complete reroofing project in 2021 and HVAC improvements in 2023. While there was a notable incident of mold and mildew reported in March 2011, impacting the ground floor bathroom and main room, this issue was promptly addressed and abated by April 2011. The building's recent inspection history indicates active management of fire safety concerns, with the most recent fire sprinkler system inspection in May 2024 showing corrected conditions. Infrastructure maintenance is evidenced by the prompt resolution of various service calls, including recent sewage system maintenance in December 2023. The property has maintained compliance with safety regulations, with all building permits properly closed and no active violations on record.

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Risk rating

How 1265-1267 48Th 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
60th percentile

Out of 632 buildings in this neighborhood, 253 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

Building age

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 90.0%
Moderate concern 6.7%
Severe concern 3.3%
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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1265-1267 48Th Ave event timeline

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2024
Fire Complaint May 03
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems
Condition Corrected

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