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630 South Van Ness Ave

Inner Mission, SF 94110 3575006 2 units · 2 fl · 1911

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 Inner Mission — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 2.7
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Inner Mission average of 2.7.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 630 South Van Ness 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 1911
2 or more units
2 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 1911
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 built1911
Total area2,900 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusHome Owners
Blocklot3575006
Ownership

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

Mailing address
630 S Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA 94110
Last sale
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 630 South Van Ness Avenue, located in San Francisco's Inner Mission neighborhood, is a two-story flats and duplex structure built in 1911 and currently owned by Roberto & Javier Garcia. The property has undergone minimal documented improvements over the past few decades, with records showing a street space permit issued in 2012 and an expired permit from 1992 for window installations in existing frames. Of particular concern are several fire safety violations recorded on August 10, 2016, at the adjacent address of 631 South Van Ness Avenue, which included issues with smoke alarms, exits/storage in pathways, fire extinguisher maintenance, and improper storage of combustible materials - though these appear to have been addressed through "correct - no permit" notations.

The property has experienced recurring issues with graffiti and sidewalk cleanliness in recent years, with multiple incidents reported between 2020 and 2024. The most recent complaint was filed in December 2024 regarding garbage and debris, though this was resolved. There have also been several cases of non-offensive graffiti on and around the property, with the most recent incidents in 2024. A smoke-related incident was reported in 2016, though no civilian injuries were recorded. Historical records show the building's location faced various urban challenges, including a reported encampment in 2020 that was addressed through area cleanup, and instances of human or animal waste on the sidewalk. The building's age and location in a dense urban area are typical characteristics for this neighborhood, and while there have been periodic maintenance and safety concerns, particularly regarding fire safety systems in 2016, these appear to be somewhat dated and resolved through official channels.

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Risk rating

How 630 South Van Ness 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
77thpercentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 547 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
79%
No DBI
violation
21%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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Neighborhood (ZIP code)

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Construction spend, owner's portfolio

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

Neighborhood location

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 21%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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630 South Van Ness Ave event timeline

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