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1500-1512 Kirkham St

Central Sunset, SF 94122 1834014 4 units · 2 fl · 1930

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 Central Sunset — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Central Sunset average of 0.7.

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 1500-1512 Kirkham 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 1930
2 or more units
4 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 1930
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
Units4
Floors2
Year built1930
Total area3,890 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1834014
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
1599 34th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale

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Included addresses

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1510 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
1500 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
1502 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
1512 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The four-unit, two-story multi-family residential building at 1500-1512 Kirkham Street in San Francisco's Central Sunset neighborhood has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1930. Most notably, the property received substantial upgrades in 2016, including a comprehensive electrical service upgrade to 200A for apartments 1500 and 1502, with 100A distribution per apartment. This was followed in 2017-2018 by a major interior renovation that added a study room, remodeled kitchens and bathrooms, and included electrical work throughout the unit, with new fixtures, appliances, and safety features like smoke detectors. The building has a history of maintaining its structural integrity, with wall repairs documented in 1985-1993, though specific issues leading to these repairs are not detailed in the records.

Recent activity from late 2024 shows multiple parking-related incidents, primarily involving blocked driveways, with several citations issued or attempted during this period. There have also been two reports of garbage and debris requiring municipal intervention in July and October 2024. The building has not experienced any recorded fire incidents or civilian injuries, and there are no current planning records indicating pending changes or concerns. The property's recent improvements suggest proper maintenance and upgrading of essential systems, though the recurring parking issues in the immediate vicinity may affect access.

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Risk rating

How 1500-1512 Kirkham 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
26thpercentile

Out of 814 buildings in this neighborhood, 602 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
77%
No DBI
violation
23%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Neighborhood location

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 23%
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

1500-1512 Kirkham St event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 26
Blocking driveway cite tow
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 10
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