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635-641 Irving St

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1762045 9 units · 2 fl · 1923

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

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 635-641 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 1923
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 1923
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
Floors2
Year built1923
Total area7,388 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1762045
Ownership

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

Mailing address
735 Fremont Ave San Leandro CA 94577
Last sale
December 31, 2020

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641 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
639 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
637 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
635 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The property at 635-641 Irving Street is a two-story mixed-use building constructed in 1923, containing 9 residential units plus commercial space. The building has undergone significant commercial space improvements in recent years, transitioning from a café/fitness space to a healthcare facility (Hatch Midwifery) providing prenatal and postpartum care services. The most recent work, completed in November 2023, involved extensive interior alterations including the installation of ADA-compliant facilities, new plumbing, electrical systems, and treatment rooms. This followed earlier renovation attempts in 2022, which included ADA upgrades, new cabinetry, lighting, and kitchen equipment. The building has experienced notable infrastructure issues in the past, including water damage and structural concerns, with a serious incident in 2006 involving unauthorized demolition of floor joists. Historical violations from the early 2000s included fire safety concerns, such as fire extinguisher maintenance and fire escape maintenance, though these were subsequently resolved.

Recent concerns have emerged regarding the building's exterior condition, with a September 2024 complaint noting exposed rebar and structural materials on the building's exterior. The property has been the subject of multiple 311 calls in 2024, primarily related to exterior maintenance issues and sewer concerns. While two fire-related complaints have been recorded in recent years (2022 and 2023) regarding extinguishers and alarm systems, both were resolved promptly. The building's commercial space has undergone substantial upgrades to meet modern standards, with the most recent work in 2024 focusing on plumbing infrastructure improvements, including drain lines, grease installations, and kitchen remodeling. The property has maintained active compliance with building codes in recent years, with no open violations or permits as of October 2023, and the current ownership appears committed to maintaining and upgrading the property to meet current standards.

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Risk rating

How 635-641 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
31%
No DBI
violation
69%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 69%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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635-641 Irving St event timeline

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2025
DBI Complaint Jul 16
Vacant storefront.
Code Enforcement Section
Building PermitFeb 04
Interior dropped ceiling over deli area. exterior paint & tile

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