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1944-1946 Great Hwy

Outer Parkside, SF 94116 2086003C 2 units · 2 fl · 1947

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 Outer Parkside
At or below average
avg 1.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Outer Parkside average of 1.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1944-1946 Great Hwy 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 1947
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 built1947
Total area2,200 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2086003C
Ownership

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

Owner name
Sam Yam & Margaret Vong Jt
Mailing address
Samy Yam & Margaret Vong, T 1946 Great Hwy San Francisco CA 94116
Last sale
122319

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1944 Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94116
1946 Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94116
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1944-1946 Great Highway, constructed in 1947, has undergone significant renovations and maintenance work in 2023-2024. The most substantial recent work involved a comprehensive interior renovation costing $565,000 in August 2023, prompted by roof membrane collapse and water damage affecting all floors. This was followed by several related improvements including rear stair rebuilding (October 2023), roof deck construction (November 2023), and the installation of new heating systems including multi-zone heat pumps (April 2024). The property has seen extensive plumbing upgrades, including kitchen and bathroom remodels, installation of tankless water heaters, and replacement of shower pans (March 2024), as well as electrical improvements with rewiring of units and installation of a new 400-amp service (May 2024).

The building's maintenance history reveals some concerning past issues, particularly a serious state of disrepair when it was reported as unoccupied in 1995, with problems including staircase disrepair and pest concerns. However, all major violations from the 2003 and 2016 periods have been resolved, including safety issues related to gas water heater installation (2016). Recent improvements include the replacement of windows with fiberglass units, fence installation, and various safety enhancements. The property has experienced some neighborhood issues as evidenced by multiple 311 calls in 2024, primarily related to parking concerns and street maintenance, but these are external to the building itself. The current owners, Sam Yam and Margaret Vong, have invested significantly in upgrading the property, as demonstrated by the numerous completed permits and improvements during 2023-2024.

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Risk rating

How 1944-1946 Great Hwy'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
98th percentile

Out of 207 buildings in this neighborhood, 4 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
90%
No DBI
violation
10%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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

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 severity forecast
No violation 86.3%
Moderate concern 12.0%
Severe concern 1.7%
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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The story over time

1944-1946 Great Hwy event timeline

Violations, complaints, fire incidents, permits, and buyouts — most recent records in order.

2024
Plumbing Permit Jun 21
Work category: 1p; 2 shower pans
Complete
Plumbing PermitJun 04
Work category: 1m; install 3 - high-efficiency water heater flues.

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