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4049-4051 Judah St

Outer Sunset, SF 94122 1808048 2 units · 2 fl · 1937

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 Outer Sunset — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.8
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Outer Sunset average of 1.8.

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 4049-4051 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 1937
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC1
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 1937
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 built1937
Total area3,000 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1808048
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1217 Glacier Ave Pacifica CA 94044
Last sale

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4049 Judah St, San Francisco, CA 94122
4051 Judah St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 4049-4051 Judah Street in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood, owned by Charles and Sonia Sin, has a documented history spanning several decades since its construction in 1937. Recent significant issues include a 2022 plumbing incident that resulted in multiple violations, including unauthorized plumbing work, unpermitted water heater installations, and a missing plumbing vent, though these were resolved by October 2022. The building has experienced recurring maintenance and compliance challenges, with permit records showing efforts to modify interior spaces in the 1980s and 1990s, including partition wall installations and subsequent removal to address violations.

The property has been the subject of various infrastructure and maintenance concerns in recent years, particularly during 2022-2023, with multiple 311 calls regarding street conditions, including reports of human/animal waste and graffiti on public areas near the property. Three shared spaces-related fire complaints were filed between 2020-2021, though they were deferred. External environmental issues have persisted, as evidenced by recent calls regarding damaged property (2024) and sidewalk conditions, while several past complaints about sidewalk cleanliness and debris were resolved by 2024. The building's location and age have contributed to an ongoing need for maintenance and compliance with municipal regulations, particularly regarding unauthorized modifications and infrastructure updates.

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Risk rating

How 4049-4051 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
22ndpercentile

Out of 632 buildings in this neighborhood, 493 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
55%
No DBI
violation
45%
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

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Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 45%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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4049-4051 Judah St event timeline

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