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2404 28Th Ave

Parkside, SF 94116 2398041 5 units · 2 fl · 1925

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 Parkside
At or below average
avg 0.8
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Parkside average of 0.8.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 2404 28Th 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 1925
2 or more units
5 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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
Units5
Floors2
Year built1925
Total area4,296 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2398041
Ownership

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

Owner name
Alan Tran & Laurie L Yam Re
Mailing address
Tran Alan & Yam Laurie L Tt 359 Castenada Dr Millbrae CA 94030
Last sale
111716

Landlord portfolio

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Multiple entrances & addresses

Included addresses

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2404 28th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
1745 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116
1751 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116
1757 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116
1749 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116
1753 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116
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Initial analysis

The two-story mixed-use building at 2404 28th Ave in Parkside, owned by Alan Tran and Laurie L Yam Re, was constructed in 1925 and contains 6 residential units plus commercial space. The property has undergone several significant improvements over the past two decades, including a recent $12,000 siding replacement at the back of the building in early 2024. In 2016-2017, the commercial space was successfully converted from retail to a to-go food service business (Foam USA Boba), with comprehensive interior updates totaling $35,000, including new electrical service upgrades and plumbing installations. The building has experienced recurring issues with unpermitted work, most recently in 2021, though these complaints were subsequently resolved. Previous violation history includes a notable cluster of issues from 2003-2011, with violations related to weatherproofing, electrical safety, sanitation, and security features, all of which were resolved through appropriate corrections or permits. Recent 311 calls from late 2024 primarily concern street cleaning issues, including reports of garbage, debris, and graffiti, though these are exterior maintenance matters not directly related to building safety or conditions.

The property has undergone various infrastructural improvements over the years, including multiple electrical service upgrades, installation of emergency lighting, and plumbing system enhancements. Noteworthy historical permits include a 2003 installation of a 400-amp service and various electrical upgrades, as well as plumbing work related to gas lines and equipment installation. The building's commercial space has seen active zoning compliance efforts, including accessibility improvements in 2019 and multiple health department approvals for restaurant use. While there have been several complaints about the commercial space being vacant between 2017-2018 and issues with exterior ladders and unauthorized construction, these have generally been addressed promptly through inspections and corrections. The current building permits and recent maintenance calls suggest ongoing attention to property upkeep, though the recent cluster of 311 calls regarding debris and graffiti in late 2024 indicates some ongoing challenges with exterior maintenance in the surrounding area.

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Risk rating

How 2404 28Th 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

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
35th percentile

Out of 255 buildings in this neighborhood, 166 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
63%
No DBI
violation
37%
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.

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

Formal complaints tenants filed with DBI about this building over 7 years.

DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 62.9%
Moderate concern 23.5%
Severe concern 13.6%
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

2404 28Th Ave event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit Feb 11
Recommencement and completion of work approved under pa# 202402125748
$4,000 · Complete
311 RequestJan 28
Garbage and debris

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