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1459-1461 Funston Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1840012 2 units · 2 fl · 1922

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 Inner Sunset — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.1
10
FewerMore

This building has 10 novs (7y), above the Inner Sunset average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1459-1461 Funston 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 1922
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 1922
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 built1922
Total area2,204 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1840012
Ownership

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

Mailing address
C/o Icon Real Estate, Inc 2030 Union St Ste 201 San Francisco CA 94123
Last sale
August 21, 2009

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1459 Funston Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1461 Funston Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The two-unit multi-family residential building at 1459-1461 Funston Avenue in the Inner Sunset, owned by Wand Chiu & Ping Yin, has undergone numerous renovations and faced several maintenance challenges since its construction in 1922. The most recent significant work includes a vinyl floor replacement on the first floor completed in March 2024 ($4,500). In 2023, the property faced multiple building violations that were addressed between May and July, including issues with electrical systems, inadequate lighting, stair safety, and laundry ventilation. A notable concerning incident occurred in May 2023, where a tenant reported problematic electrical wiring configuration in the kitchen area, though this was reportedly resolved by June 2023.

The building's maintenance history shows regular upkeep, including window replacements in 2006, roof work in 1994, and major renovations in 1992-1993 that altered unit configurations. Plumbing infrastructure has also been maintained, with a complete sewer line replacement documented in 2007. Recent issues have included a detached laundry vent in September 2023, work on back stairs traction in 2023, and various electrical system concerns. The property has experienced multiple parking-related issues nearby, with several citations issued between 2023-2024 for vehicles blocking driveways. A tenant buyout occurred at the adjacent address (1463 Funston Avenue) in April 2024 for $50,000. Current open concerns include a collapsed sidewalk reported in April 2024 and tree root damage to the sidewalk reported in December 2023.

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Risk rating

How 1459-1461 Funston 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
26thpercentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 1105 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
68%
No DBI
violation
32%
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.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 32%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1459-1461 Funston Ave event timeline

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2025
311 Request Aug 16
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