1243-1245 19th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122

The property at 1243-1245 19th Avenue is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in the Central Sunset neighborhood. Built in 1911 and currently owned by Melissa M. Chong, this flats & duplex building has undergone several significant renovations, most notably in 2002 when comprehensive remodeling work was completed on four bathrooms, two kitchens, window replacements, and heater upgrades, costing approximately $40,000.

The building's front elevation stucco was also replaced that same year. While the building has been maintained with proper permits in the past, there have been multiple concerning issues reported in recent years. Most notably, in 2021, serious complaints were filed regarding an allegedly unauthorized in-law unit, with tenants reporting ventilation issues, address sharing problems, and heating concerns.

Earlier that same year, complaints were made about indoor smoking affecting air quality through vents, and historical complaints from 1998 documented issues with broken windows and ceiling damage in bathrooms. The building's recent history shows consistent problems with driveway blocking, with multiple parking enforcement calls between 2021-2024, suggesting ongoing challenges with vehicle access. A recorded fire-related incident involving smoke detector activation due to malfunction was noted in the records, though no civilian injuries were reported. While the building has undergone necessary renovations, these recent complaints about unit legality, heating, and air quality suggest potential ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges.