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630-632 Alvarado St

Noe Valley, SF 94114 2771059 27 units · 3 fl · 1965

This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Records already on file, against a typical building in Noe Valley — not a forecast
Above average
avg 1.2
13
FewerMore

This building has 13 novs (7y), above the Noe Valley average of 1.2.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 630-632 Alvarado 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 1965
2 or more units
27 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM2
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 1965
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
Units27
Floors3
Year built1965
Total area21,060 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2771059
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
268 Bush St #1688 San Francisco CA 94104
Last sale
February 24, 2021

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630 Alvarado St, San Francisco, CA 94114
632 Alvarado St, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The 27-unit apartment building at 630-632 Alvarado Street in Noe Valley, constructed in 1965, has undergone significant renovations and faced various maintenance challenges over recent years. The property has seen substantial updates to individual units, including kitchen and bathroom rehabilitations, washer/dryer installations, and electrical upgrades across multiple apartments from 2021-2023. Notable recent work includes exploratory demolition and shoring support for compromised balconies in 2024, and a 2023 fire alarm system upgrade to comply with current safety standards. The building has a history of addressing fire safety concerns, with multiple fire alarm system inspections and corrections between 2008-2023, though a sleeping area requirement violation was issued in November 2023.

The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues that suggest ongoing attention is required. These include water intrusion problems (most recently documented in 2021), window weatherproofing issues leading to mold growth (2021-2024), and a period of elevator service disruption in 2023. The building underwent a major compliance effort in early 2023 to address violations related to sliding doors, deck surfaces, and railings, along with the legalization of its original 27-unit configuration. Historical violations from 2016-2018 included concerns about the central alarm system, structural maintenance, and mold/mildew, though these were subsequently abated. The building has had multiple fire incidents recorded, primarily related to alarm system malfunctions or smoke scares, but fortunately with no civilian injuries reported. Recent complaints through the 311 system have primarily related to exterior maintenance issues such as sidewalk cleaning and waste management.

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Risk rating

How 630-632 Alvarado 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
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Out of 1879 buildings in this neighborhood, 1879 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
17%
No DBI
violation
83%
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.

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

NOV rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building NOV rate across everything this owner manages — high rates signal pattern neglect.

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 83%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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630-632 Alvarado St event timeline

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

2026
Fire Complaint Jun 02
Sprinkler/Standpipe Systems
Building PermitMay 21
Unit 102: revision to permit 202604149402 to change kitchen layout.

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