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51 Boardman Pl

South of Market, SF 94103 3779088 3 units · 1 fl · 1907

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 South of Market — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 3.3
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the South of Market average of 3.3.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 51 Boardman Pl 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 1907
2 or more units
3 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
SLI
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 1907
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
Floors1
Year built1907
Total area2,125 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot3779088
Ownership

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

Mailing address
Wayne Gomes, Trustee 1950 Glen Ave San Bruno CA 94066
Last sale
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Initial analysis

51 Boardman Place is a 3-unit, single-story multi-family residential building located in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood. The building, constructed in 1907 and currently owned by the Arthur E Behne 2013 Trust, has undergone several significant structural and maintenance updates over the years. Most recently, in 2021, the building had important infrastructure work completed, including a sewer and house trap replacement. A concerning incident occurred in May 2020 when a gas leak was reported in the common area, resulting in PG&E disconnecting the gas service, though records show the building remains not active on this complaint. The building's maintenance history shows attention to critical structural elements, with foundation repair and pier level adjustments completed in 1992, and a reroofing project carried out in 2006.

The property has experienced recurring issues with environmental cleanliness around the perimeter, particularly evident between 2019 and 2022, with multiple reports of hazardous materials including medical waste (needles), human/animal waste, and glass. These external cleanliness issues were systematically addressed through various city departments such as DPW Operations and Recology. A fire safety concern was noted and promptly corrected in October 2014 regarding blocked exits. While the building has maintained basic structural and safety systems through regular updates, as evidenced by the plumbing and roofing work, the recent gas supply interruption and multiple external cleanliness issues suggest ongoing challenges with maintaining both internal systems and the surrounding environment.

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Risk rating

How 51 Boardman Pl'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
37thpercentile

Out of 430 buildings in this neighborhood, 271 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
57%
No DBI
violation
43%
DBI violation
likely
Model explanation

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DBI complaints, owner's portfolio

Complaints across all of this owner's buildings over 7 years.

DBI tenant complaints (past 7 years)

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

12-Month risk forecast
Moderate failure risk 43%
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

51 Boardman Pl event timeline

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

2025
311 Request Nov 30
Garbage and debris
mattress
DBI ComplaintOct 03
The garbage cans have always been in the garage but the management company claims the cans makes their downstairs unit unrentable and now they moved all 6 garbage cans to the back yards where children play and active use form all tenants and fruit trees we eat off of, even some in the middle of the yard. they are neglecting other area of the back yard where the cans could be stored. already discussed with them the problem with cans being in the back yard due to the raccoon problem we already have also cans placed in the yards are right next to my living room door. i have already told them they have too many garbage cans and that the cans have not been replaced or disgarded in many many years.

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