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1229 45Th Ave

Outer Sunset, SF 94122 1705004 2 units · 2 fl · 1903

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
Above average
avg 1.8
5
FewerMore

This building has 5 novs (7y), above the Outer Sunset average of 1.8.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1229 45Th 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 1903
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1903
Total area1,460 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1705004
Ownership

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

Owner name
Labatt Llc
Mailing address
Stephen Porter 1528 S El Camino Real San Mateo CA 94402
Last sale
020316

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Other SF properties this owner holds, with risk grades for each.

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Initial analysis

The property at 1229 45th Avenue in the Outer Sunset neighborhood is a two-unit, two-story residential building constructed in 1903, currently owned by Labatt LLC. The building has undergone several significant changes and faced various maintenance challenges over the years. Most notably, in 2021, there was a filed permit for the replacement of an existing garage with a new 4-story, 3-bedroom ADU at the front of the lot, utilizing the local ADU program, while retaining the two existing units at the rear. In late 2020, multiple building violations were issued regarding weather proofing and lead paint hazards on the building's siding, which were abated by February 2021 through completed repairs costing $3,000. A concerning complaint was filed in November 2020 reporting that both the garage and main house were dilapidated, with plumbing issues allegedly leading to improper waste disposal. Historical records show structural concerns from 1996, including damaged support beams and security issues, though these were promptly addressed. The property has experienced multiple parking enforcement issues in recent years, with several citations issued for sidewalk parking and blocked driveways between 2019 and 2024, as well as some cleanliness concerns in the surrounding area.

Recent planning records indicate ongoing interest in improving the property, with discussions about potential development options to add more housing, including the possibility of constructing additional ADUs within existing structures or the buildable area of the lot. The property has a documented history of maintenance challenges, particularly related to weather proofing and paint conditions, suggesting ongoing concerns with building envelope maintenance. The garage and main building have both been subject to various repairs and proposed improvements over the years, indicating active management of the property's maintenance needs and compliance with local housing regulations. The most recent building permit activity, focusing on ADU development, reflects current trends in San Francisco housing development and the property's potential for modernization and increased housing capacity.

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Risk rating

How 1229 45Th 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
33th percentile

Out of 632 buildings in this neighborhood, 423 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
65%
No DBI
violation
35%
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.

Building age

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

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 60.6%
Moderate concern 31.1%
Severe concern 8.2%
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

1229 45Th Ave event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Jun 15
Revision to # 202506189000: construct 1 new bathroom at g/f (unit 1). remove/replace (e) door to sliding door at 2/f (unit 2). repair (e) front patio, staircase, & deck in-kind less than 50%. replace (e) siding w/ new wood siding. bathroom approximately 40sf. siding approximately 2,400sf.
$58,000 · Issued
Building PermitApr 16
Repair rear deck & staircase in-kind due to dry-rot.change bldg finish from shingle siding to wood siding on facade. interior remodel: relocate (e) kitchen, bathr & 2 beds at 2/f (unit 1). relocate (e) kitchen, bdrm,closet & mech equip & reconfig (e) bath at 1/f (unit 2). add (n)laundry on both fl

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