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635 Burnett Ave

Twin Peaks, SF 94131 2826041 3 units · 3 fl

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 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.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 635 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 unknown
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RM1
Not rent-controlled. Buildings constructed after 1978 are generally exempt from SF rent increase limits under the Costa-Hawkins Act.

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
Unknown
Annual rent increase cap
5% + CPI, max 10%
Just-cause eviction
After 12 months
Coverage unclear. AB 1482 turns on the certificate-of-occupancy date and property type — confirm the year the building was completed.

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
Floors3
Year built
Total area5,285 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot2826041
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1256 Howard St San Francisco CA 94103
Last sale
November 06, 2008

Landlord portfolio

Other SF properties this owner holds, with a risk rating for each.

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Initial analysis

The three-story, multi-family residential building at 635 Burnett Avenue in Twin Peaks, owned by Syts Investments LLC, has undergone significant renovations and improvements since 2008. The most substantial work occurred between 2009-2011, including a major renovation to combine and reconfigure units, installation of new bathrooms, kitchens, and modern electrical systems throughout. The building underwent extensive fire safety improvements, though not without controversy - multiple complaints and violations were filed between 2009-2012 regarding unauthorized fire sprinkler installations, including a 2012 complaint about installation without proper permits and inspections, and compliance issues related to fire sprinkler heads. The property has also experienced various code compliance challenges, including the installation of non-code compliant railings in 2009 (which were subsequently replaced), exterior finish modifications from stucco to siding in 2011, and unauthorized work beyond permitted scope in multiple instances.

More recently, the building has experienced typical urban maintenance issues, as evidenced by 311 calls in 2024 relating to graffiti, vehicle-related concerns, and waste management. The property has been subject to several routine inspections and administrative actions, though no serious safety incidents have been recorded in recent years. Historical records show the building's compliance with various fire safety and building codes has generally improved over time, with most past violations having been resolved. The last available building permit records indicate significant infrastructure improvements, including plumbing upgrades, electrical rewiring, and comprehensive unit renovations totaling over $400,000 in documented permits between 2008-2011.

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Risk rating

How 635 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
69thpercentile

Out of 172 buildings in this neighborhood, 53 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
68%
No DBI
violation
32%
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.

Neighborhood location

Precise location is a proxy for neighborhood-level risk — some SF blocks have systematically higher DBI activity.

DBI complaint rate, owner's portfolio

Per-building complaint rate across the owner's portfolio.

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 32%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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635 Burnett Ave event timeline

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