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2395 39Th Ave

Outer Parkside, SF 94116 2368015 3 units · 2 fl · 1948

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years. Our model still sees a moderate chance of maintenance problems in the next 12 months, from the owner's wider portfolio and the surrounding area rather than from anything recorded here. 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 Outer Parkside — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.8
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Outer Parkside 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 2395 39Th 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 1948
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
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 1948
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
Units3
Floors2
Year built1948
Total area2,550 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2368015
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Ching John Patrick & Wong C 242 2Nd Ave San Francisco CA 94118
Last sale
November 07, 2016

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

The two-story multi-family residential building at 2395 39th Avenue in the Outer Parkside neighborhood is a 3-unit property constructed in 1948, currently owned by Chow-ching Kam & Ching Lill. The building has undergone several significant improvements in recent years, including the installation of ADA-compliant door operators and a new 200-amp electrical sub-panel completed in 2023. The property has a history of maintenance issues, with a notable incident in 2012 requiring exterior stucco repairs and front gate replacement due to vehicle impact. Earlier improvements include the installation of aluminum windows in 1986.

Recent history shows ongoing environmental challenges near the property, with multiple 311 calls between 2024-2025 reporting issues such as garbage and debris (including instances of human waste), sidewalk graffiti, and one water leak incident. While these external factors don't directly impact building safety, they may affect resident experience. The building has experienced some internal systems testing, including a CO detector activation (determined to be a malfunction), with no civilian injuries reported in any fire incidents on record. The most recent building improvements focus on accessibility and electrical system upgrades, with all recent permits either completed or in progress, including ADA door operator installations and electrical panel replacements.

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Risk rating

How 2395 39Th 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
26thpercentile

Out of 207 buildings in this neighborhood, 153 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
49%
No DBI
violation
51%
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

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
Moderate failure risk 51%
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

2395 39Th Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request May 09
Garbage and debris
human waste or urine
311 RequestApr 03
Parking on sidewalk

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