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1501 19Th Ave

Central Sunset, SF 94122 1865001 4 units · 2 fl · 1904

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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1501 19Th 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 1904
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 1904
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 built1904
Total area3,770 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1865001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Zitun Tammy Thuan Trustee 219 Rheem Blvd Moraga CA 94556
Last sale
July 02, 1997

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1519 Kirkham St, San Francisco, CA 94122
1501 19th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The property at 1501 19th Ave in the Central Sunset neighborhood is a two-story, four-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1904, currently owned by Tammy Thuan Zitun Lvg Tr. The building has undergone several significant modifications and improvements over the years, with the most recent being the approval of a new three-bedroom ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) in late 2021 at a cost of $271,184. Previous permit applications included a withdrawn 2020 proposal for extensive conversions and additions, including new kitchens and bathrooms in multiple units, and a completed 2007 project replacing rear stairs. The building has a history of addressing structural and safety concerns, notably with three separate fire safety violations in 2001 that were promptly abated within the month, and a February 1997 repair of dry rot damage to the rear stairs and deck.

The property has experienced recurring concerns around potentially unauthorized units, with complaints in 1998, 2001, and most recently in 2016 regarding possible illegal units. A significant building complaint was filed in 2007 about unauthorized construction work beyond permitted scope and safety concerns related to a newly built living space. Recent maintenance activities include multiple sidewalk defect reports in June 2024 and various cleaning issues being addressed throughout 2023-2024. The building's past also includes several successful improvements, such as window replacements in 1997, ground floor remodeling, and various repairs documented through building permits. Recent 311 calls have primarily been related to external issues such as sidewalk conditions, street cleaning, and graffiti on the mailbox, rather than internal building concerns. One current open issue from October 2023 involves a pavement defect that remains unresolved.

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Risk rating

How 1501 19Th 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
48thpercentile

Out of 814 buildings in this neighborhood, 423 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
85%
No DBI
violation
15%
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.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

The ZIP code captures local housing market and enforcement patterns that affect all buildings in the area.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 15%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1501 19Th Ave event timeline

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