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1600 23Rd Ave

Central Sunset, SF 94122 1921051 2 units · 2 fl · 1927

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, but recent activity points to a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Central Sunset — not a forecast
Above average
avg 0.7
6
FewerMore

This building has 6 novs (7y), above the Central Sunset average of 0.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1600 23Rd 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 1927
2 or more units
2 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 1927
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
Floors2
Year built1927
Total area3,100 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot1921051
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1602 23rd Ave San Francisco CA 94122
Last sale
July 16, 1996

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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1600 23rd Avenue in the Central Sunset neighborhood is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1927, currently owned by Jajeh Samir B & Rana M. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects over the years, with the most recent major work occurring in 2004 when 29 windows were replaced (costing $12,700), including vinyl front windows and side building windows. Earlier improvements in 1996 included kitchen renovations (walls, countertop, cabinets), replacement of 11 windows, and repair of dry rot with stucco work at the front corners, while a 2010 plumbing modification involved extending the gas houseline. The electrical system had a minor administrative adjustment in 2002 regarding address verification.

Of particular concern are recent plumbing issues, with three significant sewer-related incidents reported between September to December 2024, including two sewage back-up discharges (from a side sewer vent and another location) in December 2024. The building has also experienced some infrastructure challenges, with a water leak reported in September 2024. The property has faced several parking-related issues in recent months, with multiple reports of driveway blockage requiring parking enforcement action in October and December 2024, some resulting in citations. Additional incidents in 2024 included reports of abandoned vehicles and debris on the property, though these were primarily external issues not directly impacting the building's interior conditions. While the building has a history of proper maintenance through various permit work, the recent spate of plumbing issues suggests attention to the building's water and waste systems may be necessary.

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Risk rating

How 1600 23Rd 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
39thpercentile

Out of 814 buildings in this neighborhood, 497 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
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

Estimated permit spend (past 7 years)

Dollar value of permits pulled at this address — large recent spend can signal deferred-maintenance catch-up.

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 17%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1600 23Rd Ave event timeline

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2025
311 Request Jul 14
Garbage and debris
furniture
Building Violation (NOV)Feb 07
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