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203 Parnassus Ave

Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights, SF 94117 2630001 3 units · 2 fl · 1909

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 Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 0.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights average of 0.9.

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 203 Parnassus 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 1909
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH3
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 1909
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 built1909
Total area
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2630001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1317 Millbrae Ave Millbrae CA 94030
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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Multiple entrances & addresses

Included addresses

All street addresses sharing this blocklot that are covered by this report.

203 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117
1103 Stanyan St, San Francisco, CA 94117
1101 Stanyan St, San Francisco, CA 94117
Augrented Insights
Initial analysis

The property at 203 Parnassus Avenue is a two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1909, currently owned by Marilyn Baida Habeeb 2001 T. The building has a mixed-use character, featuring a retail component, and has undergone several significant improvements over its history. In 2004, major renovations were completed including interior remodeling ($40,000), installation of a mechanical hood ($7,000), and electrical upgrades involving extensive rewiring and panel board replacement (completed on 05/03/2004). A fire suppression system was also installed for the kitchen hood that year at a cost of $1,800.

More recently, there were attempts in December 2019 to install wall-mounted vertical actuation bars for an accessible business entrance, though these permits were withdrawn. The property has experienced various infrastructure and maintenance issues in late 2024, including tree root damage to the sidewalk, pavement defects, and multiple reports of illegal postings and graffiti in the vicinity. Permit records show a history of outdoor seating permits for tables and chairs, indicating an active restaurant or retail presence at the location. The building's maintenance history suggests regular upkeep, with the most significant recent work being the 2004 renovations rather than any major safety concerns or structural issues.

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Risk rating

How 203 Parnassus 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
19thpercentile

Out of 526 buildings in this neighborhood, 426 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
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Building age

Older buildings tend to have more maintenance challenges; SF's pre-1906 earthquake housing stock carries distinct risk.

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 37%
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

203 Parnassus Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request Apr 25
Not offensive
pole
311 RequestFeb 24
Parking on sidewalk

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