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331-333 West Portal Ave

West Portal, SF 94127 3012021 3 units · 3 fl · 1933

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model sees a moderate chance of more 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 West Portal — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.0
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the West Portal average of 2.0.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 331-333 West Portal 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 1933
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
WPORTL
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 1933
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1933
Total area4,872 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3012021
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Sound View Llc 135 Terrace Dr San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
January 17, 2020

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333 A West Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127
333 West Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127
331 West Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127
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Initial analysis

The property at 331-333 West Portal Avenue is a two-story mixed-use building constructed in 1933, containing three residential units and ground-floor commercial space. Recent significant changes include the conversion of the former retail space to a community facility, now operating as The Coder School, completed in 2023 with accessibility improvements including a new ramp and restroom modifications ($30,000), followed by additional revisions in early 2024 ($20,000). The building underwent substantial residential improvements in 2022, including a $110,000 renovation of Unit A featuring kitchen and bathroom updates. The property has maintained basic safety systems with regular upgrades, including a new heat pump and air handler installation in 2024, followed by comprehensive electrical and plumbing work to support the recent renovations.

Historical records show proper attention to security issues, with an aluminum storefront replacement in 2015 following a break-in incident. The building has experienced typical urban maintenance issues, with various sidewalk and curb repairs documented between 2022-2023, and three minor 311 calls regarding public space maintenance in 2024. While the property has recorded two gas-related emergency responses in previous years, neither incident resulted in civilian injuries. The building's recent transformations demonstrate regular maintenance and adaptation to changing uses, with proper permitting and safety upgrades to meet contemporary standards.

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Risk rating

How 331-333 West Portal 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
54thpercentile

Out of 24 buildings in this neighborhood, 11 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
52%
No DBI
violation
48%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

What's driving this score

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DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 48%
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

331-333 West Portal Ave event timeline

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2026
Plumbing Permit May 19
Replace sewer lateral
Complete
Tenant BuyoutApr 22
Tenant buyout

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