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457-459 Monterey Blvd

Sunnyside, SF 94112 3117039 2 units · 2 fl · 1946

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 Sunnyside — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.9
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Sunnyside average of 1.9.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 457-459 Monterey Blvd 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 1946
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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 1946
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
Floors2
Year built1946
Total area2,274 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3117039
Ownership

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

Mailing address
459 Monterey Blvd San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale
December 24, 2007

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457 Monterey Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94112
459 Monterey Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94112
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Initial analysis

The property at 457-459 Monterey Blvd is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's Sunnyside neighborhood, owned by William Chong and Xiuqing Li. Built in 1946, this flats/duplex structure has undergone several significant modifications and faced various maintenance issues over the years. Most recently, in late 2023, there were multiple sewer issues reported between November and December, with at least eight incidents of sewage backup through a 4-inch vent. These recent plumbing problems suggest ongoing infrastructure challenges. In 2008, the building underwent substantial modifications, including the legalization of a half bath in garage #1, installation of washer/dryer units in both garages, and construction of a storage room in garage #2, with associated electrical work including a 200-amp service upgrade. Prior to these improvements, the building faced serious habitability issues in 2002, when multiple violations were recorded regarding inadequate heating, mold problems, water damage, bathroom maintenance, and security concerns, including the absence of proper smoke detectors. While these violations were abated by December 2002, they indicate a period of significant maintenance challenges.

The property's history also includes a cancelled permit from 2006 for a vertical addition at the rear of the building that was initially estimated at $371,000. The 2008 construction work appears to have been completed properly, as evidenced by the multiple permits and inspections recorded in conjunction with those improvements. A building complaint from February 2008 regarding unauthorized construction of two ground floor rooms at each garage was noted, though this appears to have been addressed through subsequent permitting and inspection processes. The most recent building history shows particular attention to plumbing issues, with multiple sewer-related service requests in late 2023, suggesting this remains an area requiring ongoing maintenance attention.

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Risk rating

How 457-459 Monterey Blvd'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
72ndpercentile

Out of 129 buildings in this neighborhood, 36 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
80%
No DBI
violation
20%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood location

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12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 20%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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457-459 Monterey Blvd event timeline

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311 Request Jan 30
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