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1530 48Th Ave

Outer Sunset, SF 94122 1893038 2 units · 1904

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 Outer Sunset — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.8
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Outer Sunset average of 1.8.

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 1530 48Th 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
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 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
Units2
Floors
Year built1904
Total area1,010 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot1893038
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Wheeler Katelyn Ttee 1530 48Th Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
June 21, 2011

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Initial analysis

The property at 1530 48th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood is a two-unit, multi-family residential building constructed in 1904, currently owned by the Wheeler-Marshall Revocable Trust. The building has undergone significant renovations and expansions over the past decade, with the most notable period of work occurring between 2015-2019 following several violations for unauthorized construction of a two-story building in the rear yard. These violations, filed in November 2015, led to a series of permitted work that included new foundation construction, bathroom and kitchen renovations, and the addition of bedrooms and bathrooms in the rear building. During this period, multiple fire safety improvements were implemented, including the installation of fire sprinkler systems throughout the building.

The property underwent substantial upgrades including a complete electrical rewiring, plumbing renovations, and the installation of a 3.16kW solar PV system in 2023. Additional improvements included radiant heating installation, window replacements, and various interior upgrades. The building's documented history shows active compliance with most renovation requirements, though several original permits required follow-up inspections or had expired status before finalization. The property has maintained active communication with city departments regarding permits and violations, and all major construction work appears to have been subsequently properly permitted and completed. Recent maintenance issues have been minor, with the most recent building-related 311 calls primarily relating to parking and waste management concerns rather than structural or safety issues.

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Risk rating

How 1530 48Th 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
13thpercentile

Out of 632 buildings in this neighborhood, 550 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
44%
No DBI
violation
56%
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.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

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

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 56%
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

1530 48Th Ave event timeline

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2023
Electrical Permit Apr 26
Pv install on roof 3.16kw dc 3.8kw ac 8 modules - 8 roof-mounted solar pv modules, 395 watts per module, 1 interactive inverter, total no. of rating 3.8 kw.
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