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215-217 Parnassus Ave

Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights, SF 94117 2630046 3 units · 2 fl · 1903

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 Cole Valley/Parnassus Heights
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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 215-217 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 1903
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.

Building characteristics
Units3
Floors2
Year built1903
Total area2,938 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2630046
Ownership

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

Owner name
Julie Anne Fitzgerald Rvc L
Mailing address
Fitzgerald Julie A & Susan 2981 20Th Ave San Francisco CA 94132
Last sale
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217 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117
215 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Initial analysis

The property at 215-217 Parnassus Avenue is a two-story, three-unit multi-family residential building constructed in 1903, currently owned by Julie Anne Fitzgerald. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and repair projects over the years, with the most recent being an issued permit in June 2024 for front stair repairs and rear siding replacement, costing $15,000. Historical records show a recurring pattern of stair-related maintenance, including multiple permits between 2000-2002 for front stair replacements and repairs to address dry rot issues, as well as roofing work completed in 1999. The building experienced two routine housing inspections in 2007 and 2010, revealing several safety and security concerns that were subsequently addressed, including the installation of smoke detectors, self-closing devices on exterior doors, and fire safety improvements such as sprinkler installation and fire escape maintenance. The property has also been the subject of various 311 calls between 2009-2019, primarily related to waste management issues and improper postings, though these were not directly related to building safety or maintenance. While the building has had its share of maintenance needs and regulatory compliance requirements, all identified violations were officially abated, with the most recent building permit indicating ongoing investment in the property's upkeep.

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Risk rating

How 215-217 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

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
56th percentile

Out of 526 buildings in this neighborhood, 231 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
79%
No DBI
violation
21%
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.

Building age

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

Property class: multi-family flat

2–4 unit flats (class F) are a common SF building type with their own maintenance and complaint patterns.

Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 78.3%
Moderate concern 13.8%
Severe concern 7.9%
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

215-217 Parnassus Ave event timeline

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

2024
Building Permit Jun 04
Repairs to existing front stairs(entry). re-frame tread and riser supports, waterproof. replace with brick finish. replace rear of building coved siding. match finishes.
$15,000 · Complete
Planning RecordJun 04
Replace front steps with brick.

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