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1314 43Rd Ave

Outer Sunset, SF 94122 1797036 3 units · 2 fl · 1973

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Outer Sunset — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.8
13
FewerMore

This building has 13 novs (7y), above the Outer Sunset average of 1.8.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1314 43Rd 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 1973
2 or more units
3 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 1973
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 built1973
Total area2,855 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1797036
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Mabel Shum Trustee 2729 5Th St Alameda CA 94501
Last sale

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Initial analysis

1314 43rd Avenue is a two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood, constructed in 1973 and owned by Mabel Shum Revocable Living Trust. The property has undergone several significant events, most notably in 2017 when multiple violations were documented, including issues with fire safety, lead hazards, interior surfaces, and smoke detector requirements, though these violations were all abated by August 2018. During the same period, there were complaints regarding unauthorized unit conversions, with allegations of illegally converting the three-unit building into six units. The building underwent some legitimate modifications in 2009, including bathroom and living space improvements in unit C, and a water heater replacement was completed in 2017. Historical records show earlier concerns including bug infestation in 2012, unauthorized bedroom constructions in 2008, and routine inspections in 1998 and 2002, indicating ongoing regulatory oversight of the property.

More recent records from 2023-2024 show primarily external issues, including multiple instances of driveway blocking (with several citations issued), tree maintenance needs, and general cleaning requirements. These exterior matters, while requiring attention, generally have less impact on tenant safety and building integrity compared to the historical interior and structural violations. The building's documented history shows periods of maintenance and upgrade activity, particularly in addressing safety and compliance issues, though there were notable concerns about unauthorized modifications in 2017 that suggest some regulatory compliance challenges. The property has maintained its three-unit designation according to the building data, despite past complaints about unauthorized unit conversions.

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Risk rating

How 1314 43Rd 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
44thpercentile

Out of 632 buildings in this neighborhood, 354 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
76%
No DBI
violation
24%
DBI violation
likely
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Neighborhood location

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Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 24%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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