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1558-1560 12Th Ave

Inner Sunset, SF 94122 1857022 2 units · 2 fl · 1988

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 Inner Sunset — not a forecast
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 1558-1560 12Th 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 1988
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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 1988
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
May be covered by AB 1482. The building is old enough for the statewide rent cap (5% + regional CPI, capped at 10% per year) and just-cause protection after 12 months of tenancy.

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 built1988
Total area4,175 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1857022
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Couchman Laura Mei Trustee 351 E Napa St Sonoma CA 95476
Last sale
August 26, 1999

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1558 12th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
1560 12th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1558-1560 12th Avenue in the Inner Sunset, owned by Laura Mei Couchman Revoc Tr, was constructed in 1988 following the demolition of a single-family dwelling. The two-story flats and duplex structure has undergone several significant improvements over the years, most notably a substantial top-floor renovation in 2018 costing $50,000 that included kitchen and bathroom remodels, electrical upgrades with new lighting, and the installation of modern appliances and smoke detectors. In 2019, the building received exterior improvements with the application of hardy board on the north and east sides, covering approximately 2000 square feet at a cost of $20,000. A noise complaint was filed in August 2018 regarding early morning construction work, though this appears to be an isolated incident.

The property has experienced recurring issues with double parking, particularly between 2018-2021, with multiple reports logged through the 311 system, though these violations occurred on public streets and were addressed through usual enforcement channels. In 2021, there was a report of a damaged tree near the property that was resolved by the Department of Public Works. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep and modernization efforts by the ownership, with no significant safety violations or persistent quality-of-life issues on record since the 2018 construction noise complaint was filed. The most recent parking-related incident was reported in December 2024, suggesting ongoing challenges with street parking in the area, though this is an external issue not directly related to the building's condition or management.

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Risk rating

How 1558-1560 12Th 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
76thpercentile

Out of 1493 buildings in this neighborhood, 358 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
87%
No DBI
violation
13%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Building size

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

Owner's portfolio size

Number of SF parcels this owner is registered on — larger portfolios have distinct risk patterns.

Neighborhood location

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 13%
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

1558-1560 12Th Ave event timeline

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2019
Building Permit Sep 11
Apply hardy on n.s and east side of house, about 2000 sq ft
$20,000 · Complete

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