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1482-1498 9Th Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1845025 8 units · 2 fl · 1912

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 Inner Sunset — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
1
FewerMore

This building has 1 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Sunset average of 1.1.

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 1482-1498 9Th 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 1912
2 or more units
8 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH1
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 1912
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
Units8
Floors2
Year built1912
Total area5,745 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1845025
Ownership

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

Mailing address
616 Haight St San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
May 12, 2017

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1492 09th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1482 09th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1498 09th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
446 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The two-story multi-family residential building at 1482-1498 9th Ave in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood, owned by Matteo Evan D & Matteo-Boehm, has undergone significant transformations since its construction in 1912. The property, which includes 8 units and was classified as Flat & Store 5 to 14 units, has seen major renovations focused on modernizing safety systems and increasing unit capacity. Most notably, the building has completed a mandatory Soft Story retrofit (Tier 4) that included a $45,000 residential and commercial soft-story retrofit completed in 2019, addressing earthquake safety concerns. Recent improvements include the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system on the first floor in 2022 ($29,811), structural changes in 2024, and ongoing work to convert former garage and commercial spaces into ADU units with full bathroom and kitchen facilities.

The building's infrastructure has been significantly upgraded, with electrical service improvements in 2024 including a 400-amp upgrade and new sub-panels, and plumbing modifications for new ADUs with radiant heating systems. Historical building violations from 2000 and 2002 primarily related to fire safety and sanitation issues have been resolved, and there are no active complaints. Recent 311 calls between November 2024 and January 2025 have mostly concerned transportation and parking matters external to the building, with one instance of graffiti on plywood frontage in November 2024 that was promptly addressed. The property has maintained compliance with safety programs, as evidenced by the completion of the Soft Story retrofit and recent inspections showing no outstanding violations.

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Risk rating

How 1482-1498 9Th 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
8thpercentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 1374 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
47%
No DBI
violation
53%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Director's hearings (past 7 years)

Director's hearings are escalated enforcement actions for buildings that haven't resolved violations — a serious signal.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 53%
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

1482-1498 9Th Ave event timeline

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2026
Building Permit Jul 23
Addressing permit: create the address 1484, 1486, 1488 & 1490 9th ave. link the address 444 kirkham st to apn 1845/025. register sub addresses for 1486 9th ave units 1-4 and 444 kirkham st units 1 & 2. retire 1482 9th ave. ref pa#202002194861
$1 · Issued
Building PermitMar 06
To obtain final inspection for work approved under pa# 202407126403. all work is complete.

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