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1195-1199 Valencia St

Inner Mission, SF 94110 3636024 3 units · 3 fl · 1900

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 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 1195-1199 Valencia St 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
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
VALEN
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
Units3
Floors3
Year built1900
Total area6,780 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3636024
Ownership

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

Owner name
Mailing address
Tang Harry M & Linda S K Tr 817 33Rd Ave San Francisco CA 94121
Last sale
October 17, 1990

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1199 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110
1195 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Initial analysis

The three-story mixed-use building at 1195-1199 Valencia Street in the Inner Mission, owned by the Tang Family Trust, was constructed in 1900 and contains three residential units above commercial ground floor space. The property has experienced numerous regulatory and compliance challenges over the past two decades, particularly regarding its commercial space. Most recently, in 2024, there have been multiple fire code violations issued, particularly concerning alarm systems, with the latest violation cited in November 2024. The building's commercial tenant (which appears to be a restaurant) has faced recurring issues with grease removal systems, including a 2015 installation of a grease removal system and multiple violations related to its operation. There have been significant safety concerns in the past regarding the basement storage area being converted to unauthorized dining space, which was flagged as a life safety hazard due to insufficient exits.

The building's maintenance and compliance history shows a pattern of addressing violations, though some issues have persisted or reoccurred. For example, there have been several fire safety violations related to extinguishers and doors that were eventually abated. The property has undergone various improvements over the years, including HVAC and structural work in the early 2000s. Recent complaints from 2020 indicate an active storefront vacancy, and there have been multiple 311 calls in recent months primarily related to parking enforcement and street maintenance. The building's location has historically experienced issues with unauthorized parking on adjacent sidewalks, as evidenced by numerous parking enforcement calls. The property's management has demonstrated a pattern of addressing violations after they are cited, though some issues have required multiple notifications to achieve compliance.

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Risk rating

How 1195-1199 Valencia St'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
47thpercentile

Out of 2380 buildings in this neighborhood, 1261 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
62%
No DBI
violation
38%
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.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

Building size

Total floor area — a proxy for building scale and the number of systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that can fail.

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 38%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1195-1199 Valencia St event timeline

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2026
311 Request May 07
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sidewalk in front of property
311 RequestMay 07
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