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1042-1048 Irving St

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1739025 9 units · 3 fl · 1914

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, but our model still flags a rising risk of maintenance problems in the next 12 months. That forecast comes from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area, not from this building's own record — treat it as a reason to ask questions, not as evidence of a problem. 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 Inner Sunset — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Sunset average of 1.1.

The bar and the rating point different ways because they measure different things: the bar counts DBI violations already on file, the rating forecasts the next 12 months.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1042-1048 Irving St 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 1914
2 or more units
9 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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 1914
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
Units9
Floors3
Year built1914
Total area4,918 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1739025
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1555 28th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
May 01, 2013

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1046 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
1048 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
1044 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
1042 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The three-story, nine-unit multi-family residential building at 1042-1048 Irving Street in the Inner Sunset, owned by Fong Clark Leong, has undergone several significant changes and improvements since its construction in 1914. Recent activity includes a completed conversion of a previously vacant B occupancy space to a convenience store in December 2024, following a withdrawn attempt to convert it to a limited restaurant in September 2023. Notable accessibility improvements were made in 2022 with the installation of an ADA-compliant front door and toilet room at 1046 Irving Street, along with new bathroom facilities that same year. The building has maintained its infrastructure through regular maintenance, including multiple roofing projects, the most recent completed in 2019 at a cost of $23,000, and a substantial electrical system upgrade in 2008 that added additional circuits and upgraded the main service.

The property has experienced some maintenance and safety issues over the years, with the most concerning incidents occurring during the COVID-19 pandemic period in 2020-2021, including a blocked exit in the common areas and reported rodent/insect infestation, though both were marked as "No Merit" or "Condition Corrected." Graffiti has been a recurring issue, with multiple incidents reported between 2022-2023. Historical records show some building code violations in 2000 regarding smoke detectors and gas meter instructions, which were promptly addressed. Fire safety inspections from 2010-2021 revealed various concerns about extinguishers and alarm systems, all of which were resolved through corrective actions. The building's systems have been regularly updated and maintained, with significant improvements to accessibility, electrical infrastructure, and safety features over the past two decades.

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Risk rating

How 1042-1048 Irving St'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
5thpercentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 1418 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
32%
No DBI
violation
68%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 68%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1042-1048 Irving St event timeline

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2026
Fire Complaint Jun 23
Extinguishers
Fire ComplaintJun 23
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems

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