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1609-1611 Irving St

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1772015 2 units · 2 fl · 1932

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 1609-1611 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 1932
2 or more units
2 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 1932
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1932
Total area2,250 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1772015
Ownership

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

Mailing address
John E Wentzel, Trustee 1609 Irving St San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale

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1609 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
1611 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The Wentzel Family Trust owns this two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building with a retail space, located at 1609 Irving Street in the Inner Sunset neighborhood. Built in 1932, the property has undergone significant recent improvements in 2024, including a $12,000 re-roofing project, window and door replacements, laundry room upgrades with new washer/dryer installation, and associated plumbing and electrical work totaling over $20,000. The building's address was updated in June 2024 to reflect combined addresses with 1611 Irving Street, and gas houseline extensions were completed in 2012.

There were multiple complaints filed in May 2024 regarding alleged unpermitted interior remodeling work, though these complaints are currently noted as "Not Active." A more recent complaint in October 2024 concerned construction noise, which was also marked "Not Active." The property has a history of street-related issues in the surrounding area, including several reports of waste and debris between 2017 and 2024, though these were primarily related to street conditions rather than the building itself. A sprinkler activation incident was recorded with no associated fire or civilian injuries. The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, with work permits dating back to 1994 for skylight installation and previous re-roofing work in 2000, suggesting ongoing care by the current ownership.

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Risk rating

How 1609-1611 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
28thpercentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 1075 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
69%
No DBI
violation
31%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 31%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

1609-1611 Irving St event timeline

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

2025
Plumbing Permit Jun 23
G/f commercial - replace the furnace duct.
Complete
Building PermitApr 23
G/f commercial - relcoate water heater from bathroom to garage. remove wall from bathroom to closet, wall off storage area from gallery. add door from storage area to bathroom. remove door from closet to hallway. add ceiling light and switch on storage area. add 4 electrical outlets on storage area.

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