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1206-1208 19Th St

Potrero Hill, SF 94107 4038011 2 units · 2 fl · 1900

A handful of records on file over the last seven years, and our model puts this building at a low risk of further maintenance problems 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 Potrero Hill — not a forecast
At or below average
avg 1.1
0
FewerMore

This building has 0 novs (7y), at or below the Potrero Hill average of 1.1.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 1206-1208 19Th 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
2 units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH2
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
Units2
Floors2
Year built1900
Total area3,785 sq ft
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusNone
Blocklot4038011
Ownership

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

Mailing address
1250 Leavenworth St # 2 San Francisco CA 94109
Last sale
July 20, 2016

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1206 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94107
1208 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94107
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Initial analysis

The two-unit residential building at 1206-1208 19th Street in Potrero Hill, owned by Eugene & Christine Kim, is a 2-story structure built in 1900 that has undergone significant renovations and safety upgrades over recent years. The most substantial work occurred between 2018 and 2021, including the installation of a comprehensive fire sprinkler system (2019-2020, $26,000), complete reroofing (2019, $17,800), and major plumbing upgrades including underground plumbing installation and radiant heat throughout (2020-2021, approximately $10,000). The building has also received modern safety improvements such as a dedicated sprinkler monitoring system (2020), new smoke/CO detectors (2020), and a photovoltaic system with battery backup (2020-2021, $20,000). Notably, there was one building complaint filed in July 2020 regarding the duration of the construction project, though this complaint is currently not active.

The property has experienced multiple permit renewals and revisions, particularly during 2019-2021, which suggests careful attention to maintaining compliance with construction standards. These include revisions to window types and clarification of demolition scope. Several permits have expired and required renewal, especially during 2020, for work including the installation of mini-split HVAC systems and shower pans. The building's infrastructure improvements have been substantial, with a complete rewiring (2019), installation of three mini-split A/C systems (2020), and the addition of new fire safety features throughout. Recent 311 calls indicate typical community concerns such as sidewalk maintenance (2023) and utility requests (2024), though none directly related to the building's condition or safety. The property also received planning approval for a variance allowing a 3rd-story addition to the rear of the building, indicating the owner's commitment to maintaining and improving the property.

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Risk rating

How 1206-1208 19Th 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
57thpercentile

Out of 726 buildings in this neighborhood, 312 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
78%
No DBI
violation
22%
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.

Neighborhood location

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

Building age

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

12-Month risk forecast
Low failure risk 22%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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1206-1208 19Th St event timeline

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2023
311 Request Apr 04
Sidewalk defect
Lifted sidewalk other

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