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61 Diamond St

Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights, SF 94114 2648028 2 units · 3 fl · 1908

Nothing on record for this building in the last seven years, and our model puts it at a low risk of maintenance problems over the next 12 months. 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 Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.4
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights average of 1.4.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 61 Diamond St 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 1908
2 or more units
2 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 1908
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
Floors3
Year built1908
Total area2,540 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot2648028
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Ahmad Karim 4024 Division St Los Angeles CA 90065
Last sale
July 11, 2016

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Initial analysis

61 Diamond Street is a two-unit residential building located in the Eureka Valley/Dolores Heights neighborhood, constructed in 1908 and owned by Ahmad Afzal. The two-story flats/duplex structure has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance work over the years. Most recently, in 2023/2024, the property has seen multiple tree-related maintenance issues, with several pruning requests submitted for overgrown trees, though none of these affected sidewalk access significantly. The building's infrastructure received notable attention in 2018 with both sewer line and house trap replacements, as well as street space permits, marking the most recent major system upgrades. Previous significant work includes a foundation and wall replacement at the northwest corner in 2010, comprehensive bathroom renovations in 2005 (including addressing water damage on multiple floors), and the installation of new windows and electrical systems in various areas between 1983-2006.

The building's history includes addressing various maintenance and compliance issues, such as termite repairs in 1998, plumbing upgrades in 2006, and resolution of a housing violation regarding an illegal unit in 1995. Recent 311 calls have primarily concerned external maintenance matters including tree overgrowth, graffiti, and parking issues, with the most recent concerns being well-addressed or resolved. Fire safety records show three minor incidents related to false alarms and smoke removal with no reported injuries. The property has maintained active response records for street space usage permits, indicating ongoing compliance with municipal requirements.

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Risk rating

How 61 Diamond St'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
70thpercentile

Out of 1278 buildings in this neighborhood, 383 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
83%
No DBI
violation
17%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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Neighborhood location

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Neighborhood location

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Building permits, owner's portfolio

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 17%
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

61 Diamond St event timeline

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2023
311 Request Jul 19
Trees - overgrown tree
Pruning request

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