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40-42 Garlington Ct

Bayview, SF 94124 4715009

This building has far more open problems than almost any other in the neighborhood. Renters here report frequent, slow-to-fix problems. Get repair promises in writing and check the unit before signing.

NOVs (7y) vs. neighborhood
Compared to a typical building in Bayview
Above average
avg 4.5
18
FewerMore

This building has 18 novs (7y), above the Bayview average of 4.5.

Rent & eviction protection

Is 40-42 Garlington Ct 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 1976
2 or more units
? units
Property type
Multi-Family Residential
Zoning
RH1
Possibly exempt. Built before 1979 but single-unit — single-family homes and condos may be exempt from the SF Rent Ordinance.

Based on SF Assessor records. Not legal advice — confirm with the SF Rent Board.

Building characteristics
Units—
Floors—
Year built1976
Total area—
Property typeMulti-Family Residential
Tax statusWelfare
Blocklot4715009
Ownership

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

Owner name
Bayview Preservation Lp
Mailing address
Hearthstone Housing Foundat 4000 Macarthur Blvd Ste 105 Newport Beach CA 92660
Last sale
032819

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40 Garlington Ct, San Francisco, CA 94124
42 Garlington Ct, San Francisco, CA 94124
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Initial analysis

The property at 40-42 Garlington Court in Bayview is a multi-family residential building owned by Bayview Preservation LP, constructed in 1976. The building has undergone significant recent renovations, including comprehensive interior upgrades to all units in 2024 (valued at $279,100), roofing work in 2024 ($29,120), and repairs to front stairs in October 2024 ($4,500). The property has a history of addressing maintenance and safety concerns, with violations from 2017 regarding heating, smoke detectors, and kitchen cabinet repairs being abated by November 2017. Historical improvements include substantial renovations in 2007, including plumbing system updates, fixture replacements, and electrical system upgrades across all units. The building has experienced several safety-related incidents, including two building fires (one noted as unintentional) and a carbon monoxide incident, though fortunately no civilian injuries were reported in these events.

Recent complaints and service requests (2023-2024) have primarily focused on routine maintenance issues such as garbage management and structural maintenance. Multiple 311 calls in late 2024 indicated recurring concerns with debris and plumbing issues that were subsequently addressed. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep and prompt response to violations, with over $300,000 invested in improvements since 2003, including window replacements, siding updates, and various interior repairs. The property's management has demonstrated a pattern of addressing both routine and urgent maintenance needs, as evidenced by the prompt resolution of recent complaints and ongoing investment in building infrastructure.

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Risk rating

How 40-42 Garlington Ct'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

Grade A–B — Low risk

DBI rarely finds violations here. Strong maintenance history and a clean complaint record.

Grade C — Moderate risk

Some past violations or complaints on record. Worth asking the landlord about any open issues before signing.

Grade D–F — High risk

Elevated violation and complaint history. DBI has found issues here before and is statistically likely to again.

Neighborhood percentile
9th percentile

Out of 382 buildings in this neighborhood, 348 are predicted to be safer.

RiskiestSafest
Predicted 12-month outcome
20%
No DBI
violation
80%
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.

Neighborhood location

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

Neighborhood location

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

Number of floors

Building height affects maintenance complexity and is one of the size signals the model uses.

12-Month severity forecast
No violation 20.8%
Moderate concern 50.8%
Severe concern 28.5%
Estimated probability of receiving a DBI Notice of Violation in the next 12 months at each severity level. Model: full_hgb_balanced.
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The story over time

40-42 Garlington Ct event timeline

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

2026
Building Permit May 20
For correction per nov 202651707, reference permit no. 202506309833.
$1 · Complete
Building Violation (NOV)Feb 24
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