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1900 Ocean Ave

Mount Davidson Manor, SF 94112 3282027 2 units · 2 fl · 1930

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 Mount Davidson Manor — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.2
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Mount Davidson Manor average of 1.2.

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 1900 Ocean 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 1930
2 or more units
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
NC2
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 1930
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 built1930
Total area
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3282027
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Stella Ng, Trustee 1902 Ocean Ave San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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

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Initial analysis

The property at 1900 Ocean Avenue in Mount Davidson Manor is a two-unit, two-story multi-family residential building with storefront space, constructed in 1930 and currently owned by the Stella Ng Trust. The building has undergone several significant maintenance and improvement projects over the years, most recently completed a $15,000 re-roofing project in July 2024. Historical permits show various renovations in 1986, including interior modifications and window replacements, and a 2013 plumbing permit related to a grease trap installation. A notable issue arose between 2008 and 2012 regarding an unlawful conversion from retail to office use, which has since been resolved.

The building has experienced several safety-related incidents, though none resulted in civilian injuries. These include a cooking fire contained to a container, a false alarm, and two elevator rescues. Recent maintenance and service calls (2024) around the property have primarily related to external issues, including multiple parking-related concerns, a fallen tree, and various public works matters such as garbage, debris, and a traffic signal repair. A similar pattern of external service calls can be observed through the 311 system, suggesting active engagement with city services for maintenance and regulatory compliance.

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Risk rating

How 1900 Ocean 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
15thpercentile

Out of 26 buildings in this neighborhood, 22 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
58%
No DBI
violation
42%
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.

Property class: apartment building

Apartment building — this property classification influences expected violation rates.

Construction spend, owner's portfolio

Estimated permit value across all of this owner's buildings.

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 42%
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

1900 Ocean Ave event timeline

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

2026
311 Request May 19
Large vehicle
Parking Enforcement
311 RequestMay 04
Sewage back-up discharge

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