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1471-1473 17Th Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1836008H 2 units · 2 fl · 1939

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Inner Sunset
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Sunset average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1471-1473 17Th 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 1939
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1939
Total area2,600 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1836008H
Ownership

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

Owner name
Lew Jennifer M
Mailing address
1471 17th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
020315

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1473 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1471 17th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

This two-unit residential building, located at 1471-1473 17th Avenue in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood, was constructed in 1939 and is currently owned by Jennifer M. Lew. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past decade, with the most recent being compliance work following a physical inspection (CC8614) completed in 2023, including the installation of vacuum breakers, electrical work for stair lighting, and grounding improvements. Previous major renovations include a substantial interior remodel in 2012-2013 that encompassed bathroom remodeling, kitchen upgrades, electrical system improvements, and structural work, with particular attention to both units and common areas including the garage. The building's systems have received regular attention, including furnace relocations and replacements, and street-facing repairs were addressed in 2014.

Historical records indicate the property underwent condo conversion processing in 2010-2011, though no developer was listed in the planning records. The duplex has seen systematic upgrades to its safety systems, including the installation of smoke detectors, GFCI outlets, and various electrical improvements, demonstrating ongoing maintenance and modernization efforts. Minor street-related issues have been resolved promptly, including a flickering streetlight in 2011 and a general service request to DPW in 2012. The building's documented history suggests active management and compliance with safety requirements, particularly in recent years, with particular attention paid to modernizing the building's systems and maintaining its structural integrity.

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Risk rating

How 1471-1473 17Th 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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
63th percentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 552 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
85%
No DBI
violation
15%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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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.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 85.0%
Moderate concern 11.6%
Severe concern 3.4%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

1471-1473 17Th Ave event timeline

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

2023
Electrical Permit Jun 21
Electrical work per cc-8614 install light with switch at front stair and back stair . check all gfci . s/d grounding
Complete
Plumbing PermitJun 02
Work category: 1p; install vacuum breakers per cc *8614 "report of condition at premises" page 5 of 6.

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