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455 Burnett Ave

Twin Peaks, SF 94131 2779030 15 units · 2 fl · 1969

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model predicts a high 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 Twin Peaks — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Twin Peaks average of 2.7.

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 455 Burnett 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 1969
2 or more units
15 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 1969
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
Units15
Floors2
Year built1969
Total area11,778 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2779030
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Gaehwiler Martin A Jr Ttee 1550 Michigan St San Francisco CA 94124
Last sale

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Initial analysis

The 15-unit, 2-story multi-family residential building at 455 Burnett Ave, owned by Gaehwiler 2000 Trust, has undergone several significant improvements and maintenance work since its construction in 1969, with particular attention to safety systems in recent years. Most recently, in 2023, the building received substantial safety upgrades including a $58,000 fire alarm system upgrade to comply with NFPA codes, the installation of new sounders in units, and an electrical panel replacement to meet current code requirements. The building has a documented history of deck maintenance issues, with repairs performed in 2016 and 2021 to address water leak problems, while Unit #8 underwent kitchen renovations in early 2023. The property completed a mandatory soft-story retrofit in 2015, achieving compliance with seismic safety requirements.

The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to infrastructure, including deck repairs due to dry rot, multiple fire alarm system upgrades, and various unit renovations. There have been recurring issues with water intrusion and some historical concerns about blocked exits, though recent years have seen fewer complaints of this nature, with no recent violations. The property has experienced occasional maintenance challenges, including heating system issues in 2021 and some construction-related complaints, though these appear to have been addressed promptly. Regular maintenance work has included bathroom and kitchen updates, and the building has maintained its fire safety systems with multiple upgrades over the years, including the most recent comprehensive fire safety improvements in 2023. The property has also addressed various building system needs, such as the furnace replacement in 2018, though this permit has since expired.

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Risk rating

How 455 Burnett 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
14thpercentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 148 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
37%
No DBI
violation
63%
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 size

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

Number of units

The number of units affects how the model reads complaint and violation totals — more units means more potential sources.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
High failure risk 63%
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

455 Burnett Ave event timeline

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

2025
Electrical Permit Nov 24
Unit #2. relocate electrical panel from closet. wire kitchen receptacles to code. dishwasher. hood fan. fridge. 1 x sd/co
Complete
Plumbing PermitNov 17
Work category: 2pa; kitchen and bathroom remodel

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