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2640-2644 Judah St

Central Sunset, SF 94122 1786015A 3 units · 2 fl · 1953

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low 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 Central Sunset — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.7
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), above the Central Sunset average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2640-2644 Judah 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 1953
2 or more units
3 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 1953
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1953
Total area2,444 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1786015A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1657 Farm Bureau Rd Concord CA 94519
Last sale

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2642 Judah St, San Francisco, CA 94122
2644 Judah St, San Francisco, CA 94122
2640 Judah St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building at 2640-2644 Judah St in the Central Sunset neighborhood, owned by Richard Plato and Kendall Liv, has experienced significant events over its history, most notably a serious fire incident in February 2022 that caused structural damage throughout the property. The fire damaged the rear unit, compromised roofing, and caused extensive water and smoke damage to the upper units and ground-level commercial space. Following the fire, the property underwent major repairs in 2023, including work valued at $280,000 to address ceiling, roofing, and finish damages in all affected areas. The most recent improvements occurred in January 2024, with a comprehensive renovation of unit 2642 including kitchen and bathroom updates, installation of a new 100-amp electrical panel, and replacement of four front windows, costing approximately $45,000.

Prior to and following the fire, the building has seen various maintenance and improvement works, including reroofing projects in 2023 and 1997, siding replacements in 1988 and 2006, and water heater and gas line installations in 2017. The property has maintained active compliance with building codes, with the fire-related violations having been officially abated as of December 2023. While several non-building related incidents have been recorded in the vicinity (including reports of hazardous materials, graffiti, and general cleaning needs on the street), these were exterior to the property itself and have been resolved through proper channels. The building's recent history demonstrates a significant investment in repairs and modernization, particularly focusing on unit 2642, while also addressing the impacts of the 2022 fire event.

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Risk rating

How 2640-2644 Judah 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
40thpercentile

Out of 814 buildings in this neighborhood, 488 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
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 17%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2640-2644 Judah St event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Jan 18
Unit 2642: interior remodel: of kitchen replaced, bath remodel-fixtures replaced in place, new 100a electrical panel, replace 4 front windows in place.c
$25,000 · Complete
Plumbing PermitJan 18
Unit 2642: interior remodel of kitchen and bathroom and add laundry.

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