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1387 37Th Ave

Outer Sunset, SF 94122 1792008A 2 units · 2 fl · 1945

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. 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 Outer Sunset — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.8
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Outer Sunset average of 1.8.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1387 37Th 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 1945
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1945
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 built1945
Total area2,250 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1792008A
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1387-89 37th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
April 17, 1996

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1387 37th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1945, currently owned by Ng Hoi Ling & Lin Yu Ming. The property has an extensive history of maintenance and sanitation issues, with particular emphasis on waste management challenges in the surrounding area. Most recently, there have been multiple garbage and debris incidents reported between March and August 2024, including overflowing city garbage cans and general loose garbage on the street and sidewalk, all of which have been resolved. A water leak issue was reported and resolved in August 2024, and there is currently an open service request with the Department of Public Works as of December 2023.

The building's documented history includes a concerning incident from 2008 when complaints were filed regarding individuals residing in the garage space, though this situation was officially abated in late 2009. The property's external environment has experienced various maintenance challenges, including a damaged tree incident in 2022, sewer issues in 2021, and hazardous materials (glass) that required cleanup in 2020. Historical records show a building permit from 1983, though this permit has since expired. The property has maintained active response to various municipal service requests, with all reported issues being addressed and resolved according to city records, though some have required transfers between departments for proper handling.

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Risk rating

How 1387 37Th 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

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
72ndpercentile

Out of 632 buildings in this neighborhood, 177 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
87%
No DBI
violation
13%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 13%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1387 37Th Ave event timeline

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2023
311 Request Dec 11
Request for service
bses - request for service

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