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1201 Funston Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1737009 27 units · 3 fl · 1958

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Sunset
Above average
avg 1.1
25
FewerMore

This building has 25 novs (7y), above the Inner Sunset average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1201 Funston 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 1958
2 or more units
27 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM4
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
Units27
Floors3
Year built1958
Total area18,858 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1737009
Ownership

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

Owner name
Essex Portfolio Lp
Mailing address
Grant Thornton, Llp (tax Ag Po Box 4747 Oak Brook IL 60522
Last sale
020819

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Initial analysis

The 27-unit, three-story apartment building at 1201 Funston Avenue, owned by Essex Portfolio LP and constructed in 1958, has undergone numerous renovations and faced various maintenance challenges in recent years. Between 2016 and 2024, multiple units (B102, B105, B202, B205, B206, B207, B208, B306, B307, B308) have received kitchen and bathroom upgrades, electrical system improvements, and washer/dryer installations, with work continuing through December 2024. The building has completed significant safety upgrades, including a comprehensive fire alarm system modernization in 2021 and elevator recall system improvements in 2015, though fire violations related to sleeping area requirements were noted in October 2023 and were abated.

Recent building complaints from 2023-2024 highlight several persistent issues, particularly regarding rodent infestations, plumbing problems (including drainage issues), and deteriorating interior conditions (such as damaged cabinets, floors, and bathroom fixtures). A significant cluster of complaints from 2024 includes reports of broken fixtures, plumbing problems, and general maintenance issues, with some complaints currently noted as active. The building has experienced multiple fire alarm system activations, mostly due to malfunctions or false alarms, though no fire-related injuries have been reported. While many units have received individual improvements, the building has faced challenges with overall maintenance and sanitation, as evidenced by multiple violations and complaints in recent years, including a rodent infestation noted in 2024 that was abated in April 2024. The most recent major renovation work permits filed include electrical and plumbing upgrades for unit B308, indicating ongoing improvements to the building's facilities.

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Risk rating

How 1201 Funston 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
0th percentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 1493 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
8%
No DBI
violation
92%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 4.2%
Moderate concern 81.2%
Severe concern 14.6%
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

1201 Funston Ave event timeline

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

2026
Building Violation (NOV) May 29 Serious
Building violation
Throughout the apartment, the carpet is loose, buckled and rippled, creating a tripping hazard. also, there is an area where carpet strands…
Building Violation (NOV)May 29
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