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2017-2019 Lawton St

Central Sunset, SF 94122 1917029 2 units · 2 fl · 1958

This building has a higher-than-average number of open problems nearby. Few open issues; problems get fixed quickly. A reasonable bet for a smooth tenancy.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Central Sunset
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 2017-2019 Lawton St 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 1958
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.

Building characteristics
Units2
Floors2
Year built1958
Total area2,478 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1917029
Ownership

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

Owner name
Wettstein Gus Cameron
Mailing address
P.o. Box 772 Wilsonville OR 97070
Last sale
082619

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2019 Lawton St, San Francisco, CA 94122
2017 Lawton St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 2017-2019 Lawton Street in San Francisco's Central Sunset neighborhood has undergone several significant improvements since its construction in 1958. Most recently, in April 2024, substantial upgrades were completed including the installation of new fiber cement siding and eight energy-efficient vinyl windows on the back wall, representing a $39,585 investment in building maintenance. The property has seen consistent modernization efforts over the past decade, with notable renovations in 2017 including a complete kitchen remodel, electrical rewiring of the unit with new sub-panel installation, and the replacement of two furnaces. Historical records show earlier window upgrades in 1983-1984, when aluminum windows were installed.

The building's recent history (2023-2024) has been marked by multiple parking enforcement issues, particularly regarding blocked driveways, with eight documented citations or enforcement calls between January and September 2024. These parking incidents, while not directly related to the building's condition or safety, indicate ongoing challenges with street parking management in the immediate area. The property's maintenance record suggests regular upkeep and modernization of essential systems, with all documented building, plumbing, and electrical permits marked as complete, demonstrating compliance with city regulations and commitment to maintaining the structure's systems.

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Risk rating

How 2017-2019 Lawton St'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
96th percentile

Out of 814 buildings in this neighborhood, 33 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
93%
No DBI
violation
7%
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.

Neighborhood location

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

Building permits, owner's portfolio

Permits pulled across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

Building age

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 86.2%
Moderate concern 10.6%
Severe concern 3.2%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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2017-2019 Lawton St event timeline

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311 Request Mar 29
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