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507-511 Duboce Ave

Duboce Triangle, SF 94114 3538001 5 units · 2 fl · 1900

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 Duboce Triangle — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Duboce Triangle average of 2.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 507-511 Duboce 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 1900
2 or more units
5 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 1900
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
Units5
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3538001
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Danny James Wong 469 Myra Way San Francisco CA 94127
Last sale

Landlord portfolio

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Included addresses

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511 Duboce Ave, San Francisco, CA 94114
2 Sanchez St, San Francisco, CA 94114
507 Duboce Ave, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Initial analysis

The property at 507-511 Duboce Avenue is a two-story multi-family residential building constructed in 1900, containing 5 units and owned by Daniel J. Wong and William J. Wong. The building has undergone several significant renovations and improvements over its history, with the most substantial work occurring in 2006 when foundation and floor repairs, accessible hallway improvements, and underfloor ventilation installation were completed at a cost of $13,000. In 2015, a notable project involved restroom barrier removal and the installation of water-conserving plumbing fixtures, valued at $25,000. The ground floor commercial space has undergone multiple upgrades, including electrical work for a cafe in 2005-2006, with installations of new power systems and lighting.

The building has a history of fire safety concerns, though all were resolved in a timely manner. In 2002, multiple violations related to fire escape maintenance, rooftop safety, gas meter requirements, and smoke detection systems were identified but were all abated by September 27, 2002. A 2011 routine inspection led to a determination of the property being a "nuisance" due to violations, though these were also resolved. The property experienced two gas leak incidents requiring fire department response, though no civilian injuries were reported. Recent activity at the property includes multiple 311 calls in late 2024/early 2025 regarding street conditions, illegal postings, and public works matters, though these are primarily related to exterior maintenance rather than building-specific issues. The building appears to be actively managed, with most violations being promptly addressed and resolved.

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Risk rating

How 507-511 Duboce 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
48thpercentile

Out of 287 buildings in this neighborhood, 149 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
67%
No DBI
violation
33%
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.

Number of units

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

Building age

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

Neighborhood location

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 33%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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507-511 Duboce Ave event timeline

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2026
311 Request Jul 25
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311 RequestJul 15
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