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160-162 Buena Vista Ter

Corona Heights, SF 94114 2608029 2 units · 2 fl · 1955

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems in the next 12 months. A few records worth reading before you sign. Check whether they were closed out, and ask what was actually fixed.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Corona Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Corona Heights average of 1.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 160-162 Buena Vista Ter 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 1955
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.

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 1955
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 built1955
Total area2,700 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot2608029
Ownership

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

Mailing address
160 Buena Vista Ter San Francisco CA 94117
Last sale
May 09, 2019

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162 Buena Vista Ter, San Francisco, CA 94114
160 Buena Vista Ter, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The property at 160-162 Buena Vista Terrace is a 2-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1955, currently owned by Garth W Webb and Jennif Murse. The building has undergone significant renovations and improvements over recent years, most notably a substantial interior remodel in 2020-2022 that included kitchen remodels, bathroom updates, new rear deck construction, window replacements, and electrical system upgrades including a new 400-amp service. The renovation work also involved the installation of a Mitsubishi multi-zone ceiling cassette heat pump system and comprehensive plumbing updates for both units.

The property's maintenance history includes several fence-related permits, with the most recent completed fence and gate replacement in March 2024. Multiple plumbing upgrades were performed between 2022-2023, including shower pan installations on both the second and third floors. While the building has maintained a generally positive maintenance record, there was a significant complaint filed in December 2021 regarding allegedly unpermitted construction work, though records indicate this issue was eventually abated in January 2022. The property has experienced some utility and infrastructure challenges, evidenced by a sewage backup incident in November 2023, though this was resolved by PUC Sewer Operations. Historical data shows minimal fire safety concerns, with only two violations recorded in 2016 related to extension cords and permit issues, both of which were subsequently corrected. The building underwent a tenant buyout in February 2019, with one tenant receiving $66,000. Recent 311 calls have primarily related to external issues such as graffiti, parking concerns, and general maintenance matters in the surrounding area, rather than problems with the building itself.

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Risk rating

How 160-162 Buena Vista Ter'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
90thpercentile

Out of 348 buildings in this neighborhood, 35 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
92%
No DBI
violation
8%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood location

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 8%
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

160-162 Buena Vista Ter event timeline

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

2025
Building Permit Oct 14
Solar permit: installing 10 solar pv modules, 430 watts per module, total no. of rating 4.3 kw. mounted: roof, ballasted: y, including 1 energy storage unit, with 13.5 kwh each in capacity, ess units will be closer than 3 feet | installation of 4.3 kw dc roof-mounted
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Building PermitSep 18
Csolar permit: installing 8 solar pv modules, 430 watts per module, total no. of rating 3.44 kw. mounted: roof, ballasted: y, including 1 energy storage unit, with 13.5 kwh each in capacity, ess units will be closer than 3 feet | installation of 3.44 kw dc roof-mounted

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